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TABLE OF CONTENTSINTRODUCTION...................................................................................................................................................................1GENERAL ADVISING.............................................................................................................................................................2FACTS.org: Online Student Advising..................................................................................................................................3ePersonal Electronic Planner (ePEP)......................................................................................................................3High School Academic Evaluations ........................................................................................................................4Access for Secondary School Personnel via Student Activity System....................................................................4Training Opportunities & Materials .......................................................................................................................5Frequently Asked Questions ..................................................................................................................................5The Role of Middle School Counselors in Postsecondary Advising...................................................................................7Postsecondary Readiness and the Middle Grades.................................................................................................7High School Graduation Programs.........................................................................................................................8Challenging Courses Help Students Enter and Succeed in College........................................................................9Selecting a Program of Study.................................................................................................................................9Transition to Ninth Grade ......................................................................................................................................9Help for Parents .....................................................................................................................................................9Florida High School Graduation Options for a Standard Diploma ....................................................................................11Florida Law - 2007-2008 Students Entering Grade Nine and Thereafter ..............................................................11Chart: Students Entering Grade Nine in 2007-2008 School Year and Thereafter .................................................16Chart: Students Entering Grade Nine in 2006-2007 School Year...........................................................................17Making the Right Choice ........................................................................................................................................18Points to Remember when Choosing a Graduation Program................................................................................18High School Graduation Programs Questions and Answers..................................................................................192009-2010 High School Graduation Contact Information .....................................................................................27Florida Virtual School ........................................................................................................................................................28Chart: 2009-2010 FLVS Course Offerings...............................................................................................................29Career Development Programs and Services....................................................................................................................30Support Services for Minority and Low-Income Students ................................................................................................31Talented Twenty ....................................................................................................................................................31College Reach-Out Program (CROP) ......................................................................................................................312009-2010 CROP Contact Information ..................................................................................................................32TRIO Programs .......................................................................................................................................................332009-2010 TRIO Contact Information....................................................................................................................34Centers of Excellence.............................................................................................................................................37Americorps.............................................................................................................................................................37Postsecondary Counseling for Students with Disabilities .................................................................................................38College Credit Programs for High School Students...........................................................................................................42Dual Enrollment and Early Admission....................................................................................................................42Dual Enrollment Course High School Subject Area Equivalency List – July 2008 ..................................................48Advanced Placement (AP) Program®.....................................................................................................................66International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Program...............................................................................................69Advanced International Certificate of Education (AICE) Diploma .........................................................................76College-Level Examination Program (CLEP) ..........................................................................................................81i

Seamless Transition within Florida ...................................................................................................................................83Florida’s 2+2 System ..............................................................................................................................................83State University Transfer Admissions Requirements.............................................................................................83Articulation Agreements........................................................................................................................................83General Education Requirements..........................................................................................................................84Florida Statewide Course Numbering System .......................................................................................................84Transfer Student Bill of Rights ...............................................................................................................................85Articulation Coordinating Committee....................................................................................................................85How to Appeal an Admission or Transfer Difficulty...............................................................................................85FINANCIAL AID ....................................................................................................................................................................86Financial Aid ......................................................................................................................................................................87How to Apply for Financial Aid...............................................................................................................................87Types of Financial Aid ............................................................................................................................................87Fact and Fiction about College Costs .....................................................................................................................89Federal Financial Aid Programs..............................................................................................................................90Bright Futures Scholarship Program ......................................................................................................................93Other State of Florida Financial Aid Programs.......................................................................................................97COMMUNITY COLLEGES......................................................................................................................................................104Florida’s College System....................................................................................................................................................105Overview ................................................................................................................................................................105General Admission Information.............................................................................................................................105Transfer to Four-Year Institutions..........................................................................................................................109How to Get a Bachelor’s Degree or Higher Degree at a College Campus..............................................................1102009-2010 College Contact Information................................................................................................................110Chart: Career & Technical Programs Offered in Florida Colleges..........................................................................112COLLEGES & UNIVERSITIES..................................................................................................................................................131State University System (SUS) of Florida...........................................................................................................................132Overview - Freshman Admissions and Transfers...................................................................................................132Academic Degree Programs...................................................................................................................................134State University Admissions Policies......................................................................................................................134High School Courses that Satisfy Course Distribution Requirements for SUS Admissions....................................137Statistics on SUS Admission and Enrollment .........................................................................................................1442009-2010 SUS Contact Information .....................................................................................................................145Private Colleges and Universities......................................................................................................................................146Independent Colleges and Universities of Florida (ICUF) ......................................................................................146Statistics on ICUF Admission and Enrollment ........................................................................................................1462009-2010 ICUF Contact Information....................................................................................................................148Commission for Independent Education (CIE).......................................................................................................1502009-2010 CIE Degree-Granting Institution Contact Information.........................................................................150CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION.....................................................................................................................................161Career and Technical Education Centers Operated by School Districts............................................................................162Overview of Mission ..............................................................................................................................................1622009-2010 Career and Technical Center Contact Information..............................................................................163Independent Technical and Vocational Schools ....................................................................................................169ii

INTRODUCTIONThe Florida Counseling for Future Education Handbook is annually updated to provide school counselors and advisorswith a comprehensive academic advising resource to guide students with planning for postsecondary education inFlorida. This edition includes information and answers to questions about middle and high school reform measures,career planning, Major Areas of Interest, Florida’s college readiness initiatives, acceleration mechanisms, credit-by-examfinancial aid, and updated postsecondary programs, degrees, and requirements.Currently, the focus of both Florida and the nation is on higher education and secondary reform. Of particular interest,is the growing need to increase “college and career readiness.” Guidance counselors are a key resource for providingappropriate advising relating to secondary course selection and postsecondary planning. Data on student course takingpatterns in high school and subsequent success in postsecondary education is a useful tool to assist counselors andsecondary administrators in future planning. The Florida Department of Education’s Office of Articulation, using datacollected and reported by the K-20 Education Data Warehouse, produces online college readiness reports, availablethrough the High School Feedback Report and Performance on Common Placement Tests. The latest performance datafor the 2007 Florida public high school graduate cohort collected by community colleges and universities can beaccessed at

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FACTS.org: ONLINE STUDENT ADVISING SYSTEMFACTS.org is Florida’s Academic Counseling and Tracking for Students, the Florida Department of Education’s statewidestudent advising system. The system enables students to: explore careers, plan their high school courses, track theirprogress toward graduation, check their eligibility for Bright Futures and other scholarships, learn about Florida’spostsecondary opportunities, apply online to state universities and community colleges, and apply online for state andfederal financial aid.FACTS.org Helpdesk: email facts@admin.usf.edu or call toll-free at 1-866-324-2618.ELECTRONIC PERSONAL EDUCATION PLANNER (ePEP)The ePEP is an interactive online planner that enables students to map out coursework for every year of high school.Students choose from school-specific course options, based on their goals after graduation, such as admission to auniversity or college, attending a career technical center, or going directly into the workforce. The ePEP automaticallypopulates the courses in which the students are enrolled and those completed, along with the students’ grades.Guidance counselors and other educators can access their students’ planners online and can leave comments.Beginning in the 2008-2009 school year, all 8 th graders were required to create an ePEP as part of a Career andEducation Planning course in order to be promoted to 9 th grade. The course can be taken in 7 th or 8 th grade and can be astand-alone course or integrated into another approved course. A list of all of the approved courses can be found on theDepartment of Education website at http://www.fldoe.org/workforce/ced/pdf/approved-courses.pdf. The intention ofthe course is to provide students with the information they need to start planning for their future in a meaningful way,and to help them recognize that the high school courses have relevance for their future education and career plans.Beginning with the 2009-2010 school year, schools are required to conduct a review of each 9 th grade high schoolstudent’s electronic personal education plan and assist those who have entered without a plan in creating one. This mayinclude students who were previously home schooled, attended private school, or those who transferred from anotherstate. Schools must also meet with parents and inform them about the course curriculum and activities and have thestudent, parents and counselor sign a printed copy of the ePEP (per s. 1003.4156, F.S.). The Student Activity Systemprovides counselors with the ability to lock an ePEP once it is approved to prevent the student from making changes.As of June 30, 2009, almost half of 7 th -12 th grade students in Florida had created an ePEP and nearly 90% of 8 th gradershad done so. Monthly reports on the number of ePEPs by district and grade level are posted on FACTS.org underCounselors and Educators.Beginning with the 2009 Fall term FACTS.org will create student ePEP accounts, assigning Login IDs and Passwords for allpublic school students in 7 th , 8 th , and 9 th grade who have not already created their own. Demographic information willbe based on school rosters and therefore will automatically be matched with the student’s DOE record, eliminating thedifficulties teachers and counselors were experiencing when student ePEP accounts did not mirror the school roster.Educators will have access to the Login IDs and Passwords via the Student Activity System so they can provide theinformation to students, who will be prompted to change their Password from the generic one provided to a moresecure one of their own choosing. Students creating an ePEP using this method will not be required to enter their FSIN.7-9 th grade students who take their own initiative and build an ePEP before being given their assigned Login ID andPassword will be notified that an account has been set up for them once the demographic information they enter,including the FSIN, matches their DOE record. If their information does not match, the Student Activity System will showthe student as having duplicate accounts and the counselor will need to assess which one should be disabled.FACTS will not create accounts for students in 10 th grade and beyond, but these students will be provided with anautomatically generated Login ID as they build their own account. The Login ID and Password will be used for the ePEPand all other FACTS functions, including high school evaluations and college admission applications.3

All students will be asked to answer three security questions that will be used by FACTS to assist them should they forgettheir password and not have immediate access to a counselor or other educator who can look it up for them in theStudent Activity System.Please note: The student rosters in the Student Activity System are based on school enrollment received by theDepartment of Education. The first roster of the 2009-2010 school year will appear in the System around October 12.Detailed instructions on how to create an ePEP are provided on FACTS.org at Counselors & Educators> Training Services>Resources & Logos> Middle School Career & Education Planning Class Resources: ePEP Lesson Plan.HIGH SCHOOL ACADEMIC EVALUATIONSThe High School Academic Evaluations (HSAEs) allow students to evaluate their transcripts. The tool compares anypublic high school student’s transcript to state course requirements for graduation, Bright Futures Scholarships, StateUniversity System (SUS) admission, and the Academic Competitiveness Grant (ACG). The HSAEs shows students theirgrade point average (GPA) and their weighted Bright Futures GPA, as well as met and unmet requirements in each area.Students access the High School Academic Evaluations via the High School Students tab. Counselors can view thestudents Evaluations in the Student Activity System.ACCESS FOR SECONDARY SCHOOL PERSONNEL VIA STUDENT ACTIVITY SYSTEMAuthorized middle and high school educators, guidance counselors, and administrators can access their students' ePEPand High School Academic Evaluations and view summary information with the FACTS.org Student Activity System. TheSystem requires a Login ID and Password that is assigned through the district. Authorized high school counselors cancontinue to utilize the Bright Futures System and choose action code "F" to view their students' FACTS.org High SchoolEvaluations. However, ePEP and Major Area of Interest information is only available through the FACTS.org StudentActivity System.To access the Student Activity System select the Counselors & Educators tab> Secondary Access: Student ActivitySystem. A Student Activity System Guide, which provides detailed instructions on how to access and use the system, isavailable from this page. If you do not have a Login ID, please contact your District Guidance Supervisor or theFACTS.org Helpdesk for assistance.The System menu includes:A) School RosterThis provides a school roster matched to FACTS.org student account information. Information is provided one gradelevel at a time. Student ePEPS and High School Evaluations (for those students in 9 th grade and higher) can be accessed,as well as listing the district and high school indicated, student ID, grade level, Login ID and Password, the dates the ePEPwas created, last viewed and last updated, the number of credits planned, MAI credits planned, diploma type,graduation plan, career cluster, current MAI, and the date the transcript was last updated. The report can be sorted in anumber of ways on the screen and it can also be downloaded to Excel. The first roster of the 2009-2010 school year willappear in the System on or before October 12.Authorized users are able to "lock" ePEPs. When locked, the student is able to view their ePEP and High SchoolEvaluation, but is blocked from making changes, such as adding or deleting courses, or changing ePEP Settings such astheir Major Area of Interest. The lock on a student’s ePEP may be turned on or off at the district's or school’s discretionvia the Student Activity System.Students whose records are shaded in the Student Activity System have incorrectly entered their Florida StudentIdentifier Number (FSIN) and they will be unable to access their transcript information until they correct it. This is donevia the “My Profile Information” tab on the ePEP.4

B) Students Accounts Not Matching to the School RosterThis option shows a list of students who have created a FACTS Login ID but are not showing up on the school roster ashaving done so because the demographic information entered does not match the roster. Students who have mis-keyedone of the following: first name, last name, date of birth, or school will appear on this list. The roster demographicinformation is listed beside the information provided by the student and the incorrect item is highlighted. Users mayreview the list and click the appropriate “update” box(es) to authorize FACTS to automatically correct the selectedstudents account(s). The number of students on this list will decrease dramatically with the introduction of pre-createdLogin IDs and passwords for 7 th -9 th grade students, as described in the ePEP section above.C) Remove Additional Student AccountsThis page displays information about students who have created more than one FACTS Login ID. Users can evaluate theaccount information and remove unnecessary accounts from the school roster. One account must remain active.D) School Summary ReportThis report summarizes the number and percent of unduplicated student ePEPs created by grade level for the schoolselected, the percentage with ePEPs with at least 24 credits planned, and information on graduation plan, career cluster,and Major Area of Interest summary information.E) District Summary ReportThis report summarizes the number and percentage of unduplicated student ePEPs created by school and for the entiredistrict. It is assessable only to users with an “administrative” or “counselor” role.In addition to the ability to download the Student Activity System information to Excel, districts may download the ePEPCourse File from NWRDC. The file represents a complete download of ePEP planner information including studentdemographics, settings, planned courses, and Major Area of Interest selections. Authorized users (typically district MISpersonnel) may access the file in the Bright Futures Directory, file name OB.DXnn.FACTS.EPEP.COURSES. The file isupdated on the first Tuesday of every month, except in May and June, when it is provided every Tuesday.TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES & MATERIALSThe FACTS.org training staff present at conferences throughout the year and schedule training sessions at the districtlevel upon request. To learn about available training opportunities in your area, please visit the FACTS.org "TrainingServices and Materials" area after clicking on the “Counselors & Educators” tab. Requests for district training orquestions about training can be emailed to FACTS.training@fldoe.org.MaterialsFACTS.org has a number of educational and promotional materials for educators, students, and parents that can beordered online from the FACTS.org from Counselors & Educators> Training Services & Materials: Order Materials fromOnline Catalog. Items can also be downloaded from Counselors & Educators> Training Services & Materials: Resources& Logo.FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS1. What exactly is required on ePEP?The ePEP is a high school plan. Students establish ePEP settings and select courses for their graduation plan.Standard diploma students will plan coursework for 24-credits depending on their graduation plan and districtrequirements, including their major area of interest (MAI). The types of courses planned will vary depending on thestudent's goals for graduation and postsecondary education. The courses and majors available to select from arespecific to each school.5

2. Can a counselor check to see which students have and have not created an ePEP and/or identified a major in theirePEP?Yes. The FACTS.org Student Activity System provides this information. The Student Activity System requires a LoginID and Password assigned through the district. To access the System, select Counselors & Educators> SecondaryAccess: Student Activity System. A Student Activity System Guide, which provides detailed instructions on how toaccess and use the system, is available from this page. If you do not have a Login ID and Password for the StudentActivity System, you can get them from your District Guidance Supervisor, or other designated contact. A list ofdesignated contacts is provided on FACTS.org on the Counselors & Educators> Secondary Access> Student ActivitySystem: first paragraph link “Help with Login.” If you need further assistance please contact the FACTS.org Helpdesktoll-free at 1-866-324-2618.3. Can a counselor modify a student’s ePEP, or Major Area of Interest from the Student Activity System?No. Only a student can change that information.4. Is there a way to block students from making changes to their ePEP once the plan has been reviewed and signed?Yes. Students can be prevented from making changes to their ePEPs after they are approved by locking their ePEPaccounts. The lock on a student’s ePEP may be turned on or off via the Student Activity System.5. Are there any resources available to train personnel on how to build an ePEP and/or facilitate the instruction ofthe middle school career and education planning course?Yes. Training and specific guidance on how to facilitate the new middle school career and education planning coursecontent is available. For information, please visit the FACTS.org Counselors & Educators> Training Services &Materials for online training modules, to order or download materials, and to view the training calendar.6

ROLE OF MIDDLE SCHOOL COUNSELORS IN POSTSECONDARY ADVISINGBy the time a child is in sixth grade, families should start talking about career interests and postsecondary educationoptions such as career and technical centers, community colleges/colleges, and universities. Middle school counselorsare in an excellent position to help parents and students begin thinking about the important knowledge and skillsacquired in earlier years and how these skills may be used in the student’s future. Middle school counselors areencouraged to collaborate with the school leadership team, teachers, and others in order to expand opportunities forstudents to build on current skills and (1) develop effective learner skills and attitudes; (2) explore self-interests and theworld of work; and (3) pursue more rigorous courses.The challenge for counselors is how to help all students build upon their aspirations and skills to be successful inpostsecondary settings. Middle school counselors and educators need to be aware how access to postsecondaryeducation differs for students (especially low-income, underrepresented minority groups, or the first generation toattend college) and become involved in making the changes needed to guarantee each child equal postsecondaryopportunities and choices.POSTSECONDARY READINESS AND THE MIDDLE GRADESFlorida LawFlorida Statute sections pertaining to middle school preparation for high school, in part, include the following:Section 1007.21, (Readiness for postsecondary education and the workplace.), Florida Statutes (F.S.), specifiesthat during the middle grades, students and their parents shall develop a four- to five-year academic and careerplan based on postsecondary and career goals, in preparation for entering the ninth grade.Section 1003.4156, (General requirements for middle grades promotion.), F.S., outlines general requirementsfor middle grades promotion.Section 1003.428, (General requirements for high school graduation; revised.), F.S., includes grade forgivenesspolicy requirements for middle grades students who take high school level courses for high school credit.Academic ImplicationsThe implications for students include the following:The high school grading system includes middle school [s. 1003.437, F.S.].Promotion from middle school requires three middle school or higher courses in the academic areas of English,Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, and one of the state approved courses(www.fldoe.org/workforce/ced/pdf/approved-courses.pdf) in career and education planning to be completed inthe 7 th or 8 th grade.The career and education planning course can be taught by any member of the instructional staff and isdesigned to help students become aware of the relationships that exist between education and careerachievement. Students are introduced to educational alternatives and course options as they prepare for thetransition to secondary school. For more information, visit the Educator’s Toolkit on Career and EducationPlanning at www.fldoe.org/workforce/ced/. The career and education planning course must include thefollowing:- Career planning using CHOICES (www.flchoices.org) or a comparable cost-effective program that allowsstudents to assess themselves and explore possible educational and career options leading to the selectionof their top Career Clusters.- Educational planning using Florida’s online student advising system available at www.FACTS.org resulting ina personalized academic and career plan [electronic Personal Education Planner (ePEP)]. Each student shallcomplete an ePEP. The student, student’s instructor, school counselor or academic advisor, and thestudent’s parent must sign the ePEP. *Note: Students in 8 th grade are required to select a Major Area ofInterest as part of their ePEP. A MAI includes four high school credits in a common area such as sequentialcourses in a career and technical program, fine and performing arts, or academic content area, selected bythe student as part of the student’s education plan. For more information, refer to the section on FloridaHigh School Graduation Options for a Standard Diploma in the Handbook.]7

Effective for students in grades 6-8 in the 2007-2008 school year and thereafter, grade forgiveness policies applyto students who take any high school course for high school credit and earn a grade of:o C or the grade equivalent of 70-79,o D or the grade equivalent of 60-69, oro F or the grade equivalent of 0-59.Districts must allow the replacement of the grade with a grade of C or the grade equivalent of 70-79 or higher,earned subsequently in the same or comparable course. Any course grade replaced shall not be included in thecalculation of the student’s cumulative grade point average required for graduation *s. 1003.428(4)(d), F.S.+.The implications for middle schools include the following:Each middle school must offer at least one high school level mathematics course for which students may earnhigh school credit.Each middle school must hold a parent meeting in the evening or weekend to inform parents about the middlegrades curriculum and activities.FCAT below Level 3 ImplicationsStudents scoring below Level 3 on the Reading or Mathematics sections of the Florida ComprehensiveAssessment Test (FCAT) must be provided with additional diagnostic assessments to determine the following:o the nature of the student's difficulty;o the area of academic need; ando strategies for appropriate intervention and instruction.The school in which the student is enrolled must develop and implement a progress monitoring plan inconsultation with the student's parent. A progress monitoring plan is intended to target instruction and identifyways to improve academic achievement for a student who is not meeting the school district or staterequirements for proficiency in reading and math.The plan must be designed to assist the student in meeting the state and district expectation for proficiency andto prepare the student for a rigorous high school curriculum.For each year in which a student scores at Level 1 on FCAT Reading, the student must be enrolled in andcomplete an intensive reading course the following year.Placement of Level 2 readers in either an intensive reading course or a content area course in which readingstrategies are delivered shall be determined by a diagnosis of reading needs.For each year in which a student scores at Level 1 or Level 2 on FCAT Mathematics, the student must receiveremediation the following year. Remediation may occur through applied, integrated, or combined courses.HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION PROGRAMSEach district school board must provide all students in grades six through nine and their parents with informationconcerning the three-year and four-year high school graduation options, including the respective curriculumrequirements for those options, so that students and parents may select the postsecondary education or career planthat best fits their needs. Middle school counselors help to acquaint students and their parents with information aboutthe high school graduation options including:The four-year 24-credit high school graduation program;The three-year 18-credit college preparatory program;The three-year 18-credit career preparatory program;The International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Program; andThe Advanced International Certificate of Education (AICE) Program.Middle and high school counselors are integral to the implementation of these requirements as they work withadministrators, curriculum specialists, and instructional staff to ensure that all students have the opportunity to designan academically challenging program of study. The graduation requirements are detailed in this Handbook in the FloridaHigh School Graduation Options for a Standard Diploma section.8

CHALLENGING COURSES HELP STUDENTS ENTER AND SUCCEED IN COLLEGEStudents who take Algebra in middle school can enroll in challenging courses such as Chemistry, Physics andTrigonometry in high school. Just as employers want workers who have certain skills, most colleges want students whohave completed certain courses. Many of these courses can be taken only after a student has mastered basiccoursework. The most important thing students can do to prepare for any postsecondary education is to enroll in theappropriate courses and maintain good academic performance throughout their middle school and high schoolexperience. Middle school counselors play an important role in acquainting parents of entering high school studentswith high school courses, including the opportunity and benefits of acceleration mechanisms such as AdvancedPlacement (AP), International Baccalaureate (IB), Advanced International Certificate of Education (AICE), InternationalGeneral Certificate of Secondary Education (pre-AICE) Program (IGCSE), and the dual enrollment program.SELECTING A PROGRAM OF STUDYA student's program of study should lead to successful completion of requirements for the student's chosenpostsecondary goals. School counselors perform a critical function in assisting students in the development of acomprehensive plan to accurately assess strengths, interests, and preferences that encourage the selection ofchallenging educational courses.Middle school counselors help students and their parents understand what is included in high school programs of study,the courses that link to a student's academic and career interests, and where to obtain additional information. Theymay be part of an Individual Educational Plan (IEP) team, helping eligible students with disabilities to address theexperiences and services needed to reach their goals. Counselors have the knowledge and skills to provide guidance forstudents and their parents about including challenging courses in their program of study.TRANSITION TO NINTH GRADEIn addition to helping to ensure that middle school students and parents receive guidance and advice to plan for highschool, postsecondary learning, and careers, there are important considerations related to transition from middle schoolto high school. As students enter ninth grade, they need to find ways to establish their place and their autonomy in highschool. They often run into roadblocks that can affect whether they develop their own self-confidence and direction orrely on other students to direct them. Eighth-grade students leave the familiarity of their school and arrive in a new,larger high school environment. For some students, this abrupt change may cause feelings of insecurity and isolation.Incoming ninth graders can perceive high school as an impersonal and unsupportive place and turn to negativebehaviors to find fulfillment without the proper information and support. During this time, support from adults iscrucial. The following Web sites provide information on components of effective transition practices and programs:The Center for Comprehensive Reform and Improvementhttp://www.centerforcsri.org/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=669&Itemid=5The National High School Centerhttp://betterhighschools.org/webinar/9thgradetransition_resources.aspThe National Middle School Associationhttp://www.nmsa.org/AboutNMSA/tabid/76/Default.aspxThe American School Counselor Associationhttp://www.schoolcounselor.org/U.S. Department of Educationhttp://www.ed.gov/index.jhtml.HELP FOR PARENTSSome parents, especially those who did not attend or finish college themselves, may worry that they cannot providetheir child the guidance and support needed to get ready for college. This Handbook is an excellent resource for helpingstudents and parents learn about higher education options and possibilities. The following areas are particularlyimportant in developing early awareness activities and strategies:The Application Process;Career Development Programs and Services;9

College Credit Programs for High School Students;Florida's 2 + 2 System;Financial Aid;Facts and Fiction About College Costs;High School Graduation Options; andSupport Services for Minority and Low-Income Students.The information in this Handbook could be included in parent newsletters, the local newspapers' school news section,student handbooks/planners, school Web sites, and bulletin boards. A series of parent workshops offered throughoutthe school year could also be developed. Middle school counselors, students, and parents can find more usefulinformation on these topics by checking some of the following Web sites:ACT for Educators http://www.act.org/edcareer/index.htmlACT for Parents http://www.act.org/path/parent/ACT for Students http://www.actstudent.org/index.htmlBuilding Toward a Better Future: A College Planning Guide for Students and Their Familieshttp://www.science.doe.gov/Program_Offices/WFD/CollegePlanGuide_WEB1.pdfBureau of Exceptional Education and Student Services Publications (DOE) http://www.fldoe.org/ese/Bureau of School Improvement Student Progression Resources (DOE)http://www.flbsi.org/schoolimprove/studentprogression/index.htmCollege Board.com for Education Professionals http://www.collegeboard.com/prof/index.htmlCollege Board.com for Parents http://www.collegeboard.com/parents/College Board.com for Students http://www.collegeboard.com/student/index.html?studentEducator’s Online Toolkit on Career and Education Planning (DOE) http://www.fldoe.org/workforce/ced/A++ Plan Implementation/Major Areas of Interest (DOE) www.fldoe.org/aplusplus/Florida’s Academic Counseling and Tracking for Students (DOE) www.FACTS.orgNational Middle School Association http://www.nmsa.orgThink College Early (USDOE) http://www.ed.gov/students/prep/college/thinkcollege/early/edlite-tcehome.htmlStudents.gov (student gateway to the U.S. government) http://www.students.gov/STUGOVWebApp/PublicFlorida Prepaid College Plan http://www.florida529plans.com/prepaid/index.htmlFor more information on the role of middle school counselors in postsecondary advising and high school graduationprograms, contact Helen Lancashire [(850) 922-3727 or via email at hlancash@tempest.coedu.usf.edu] or Gayle Manley[(850) 245-9057 or via email at gayle.manley@fldoe.org].10

FLORIDA HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION OPTIONS FOR A STANDARD DIPLOMAFLORIDA LAW – 2007-2008 STUDENTS ENTERING GRADE NINE AND THEREAFTERThe 2008 Legislature passed Senate Bill 1908 that, in part,amends s. 1003.428(2)(a), (General requirements for high school graduation.), F.S.,amends s. 1003.413(3)(i), (Florida Secondary Redesign Act.), F.S., andcreates s. 1003.4285, (Standard high school diploma designations.), F.S.The Florida Department of Education’s (DOE) website provides Secondary Reform and Major Area of Interest (MAI)memoranda and technical assistance, at www.fldoe.org/aplusplus/. In addition, technical assistance related to studentprogression and high school graduation requirements is available online from the DOE's website athttp://www.flbsi.org/schoolimprove/studentprogression/index.htm.24-Credit ProgramStudents entering grade nine in the 2007-2008 school year, and thereafter, are required to successfully complete aminimum of 24 credits, an International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum, or an Advanced International Certificate ofEducation (AICE) curriculum to earn a standard high school diploma. Students must be advised of eligibilityrequirements for state scholarship programs and postsecondary admission. Under this law, s. 1003.428, F.S., graduationrequirements for this program are summarized below:1. Earn passing scores on the Grade 10 Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT) or scores on a standardized test(ACT or SAT) that are concordant with the passing scores on the Grade 10 FCAT. Students must fail the FCAT 3 timesbefore concordant scores may be applied.2. Earn 24 credits through applied, integrated, and combined courses approved by the DOE and distributed as follows:16 core curriculum credits:o English - four creditsEnglish courses must include major concentration in composition, reading for information, and literature.Also, see Basic Education Course Substitutions and Career and Technical Education Course Substitutions inthe Course Code Directory.o Mathematics - four creditsOne of the Mathematics courses must be Algebra I, a series of courses equivalent to Algebra I, or a higherlevelmathematics course. School districts are encouraged to set specific goals to increase enrollment andsuccessful completion of Geometry and Algebra II. Courses or series of courses deemed "equivalent" forsatisfying the Algebra I graduation requirement are:– Algebra I– Algebra I Honors– Algebra Ia and Algebra Ib– Applied Mathematics I and Applied Mathematics II– Integrated Mathematics I and Integrated Mathematics II– Pre-AICE Mathematics IHigher level courses meeting this requirement when Algebra I content is mastered but not reflected in thetranscript: any Level 3 Math course; Algebra II; or Integrated Mathematics III.o Science - three creditsTwo of the science credits must include a laboratory component. Agriscience Foundations I, the core coursein the secondary Agriscience and Natural Resources programs, can satisfy one science credit. A waiver ofthe laboratory component by the State Board of Education may be requested by a school district inaccordance with s. 1003.43, F.S. Also, see Basic Education Course Substitutions and Career and TechnicalEducation Course Substitutions in the Course Code Directory.o Social Studies - three credits– one credit in American History– one credit in World History11

This course shall include a comparative study of the history, doctrines, and objectives of all majorpolitical systems.– One-half credit in EconomicsThis course shall include a comparative study of the history, doctrines, and objectives of all majoreconomic systems.– One-half credit in American GovernmentThis course shall include the study of the U.S. Constitution and Florida government including thestudy of the State Constitution, the three branches of government, and municipal and countygovernment.o Fine Arts or Performing Arts, Speech and Debate, or a Practical Arts course that incorporates artistic contentand techniques of creativity, interpretation, and imagination - one creditAll courses listed in the Course Code Directory under Art, Dance, Drama/Theatre and Music meet the FineArts or Performing Arts requirement. Practical Arts courses, for use in meeting this requirement, are underconsideration at this time; eligible courses will be specified in the Course Code Directory following approvalof the Department of Education and the State Board of Education.o Physical Education - one creditPhysical Education must include integration of health. District school boards may not require students tocomplete the one credit in Physical Education during the ninth grade year. Please refer to the FloridaDepartment of Education technical assistance paper, New Legislation Relating to Physical Education (K12:2007-103, dated June 15, 2007) available online at http://info.fldoe.org/docushare/dsweb/Get/Document-4461/K12-2007-103.pdf.8 credits in Majors, Minors, or Electives:oFour credits in a Major Area of Interest (MAI), such as sequential courses in a career and technical program,fine and performing arts, or academic content area, selected by the student as part of the education planrequired by s. 1003.4156, F.S. Students may revise Major Areas of Interest (MAIs) each year as part of theannual course registration process and should update their education plan to reflect such revisions.o Four credits in elective courses selected by the student as part of the education plan required by s.1003.4156, F.S. These credits may be combined to allow for a second MAI, a minor area of interest, electivecourses or intensive reading or mathematics intervention courses.For each year in which a student scores at Level 1 on FCAT Reading, the student must be enrolled andcomplete an intensive reading course the following year. Placement of Level 2 readers in either anintensive reading course or a content area course in which reading strategies are delivered shall bedetermined by diagnosis of reading needs. The Department shall provide guidance on appropriatestrategies for diagnosing and meeting the varying instructional needs of students reading below gradelevel. Reading courses shall be designed and offered pursuant to the Comprehensive Reading Plan.For each year in which a student scores at Level 1 or Level 2 on FCAT Mathematics, the student mustoreceive remediation the following year. Remediation may occur through applied, integrated, orcombined courses.Elective courses are selected by the student in order to pursue a complete education and to meet eligibilityrequirements for scholarships.A district school board may require specific courses and programs of study within the minimum creditrequirements for high school graduation and shall modify basic courses, as necessary, to assure exceptionalstudents the opportunity to meet the graduation requirements for a standard diploma, using one of thefollowing strategies:o Assignment of the exceptional student to an exceptional education class for instruction in a basic coursewith the same student performance standards as those required of non-exceptional students in the districtschool board student progression plan; ORo Assignment of the exceptional student to a basic education class for instruction that is modified toaccommodate the student's exceptionality.12

The district school board shall determine the strategies to employ based upon an assessment of the student'sneeds and shall reflect this decision in the student's Individual Educational Plan (IEP).3. Students are required to maintain a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale, or its equivalent, inthe courses required for high school graduation.High School Grade Forgiveness PolicyA forgiveness policy for required core courses shall be limited to replacing a grade of:• D or the grade equivalent 60-69, or• F or the grade equivalent 0-59With a grade of C or the grade equivalent 70-79 or higher, earned subsequently in the same or comparablecourse.A forgiveness policy for elective courses shall be limited to replacing a grade of:• D or the grade equivalent 60-69, or• F or the grade equivalent 0-59With a grade of C or the grade equivalent 70-79 or higher, earned subsequently in another course.Middle School Grade Forgiveness PolicyA district forgiveness policy for a middle school student who takes any high school course for high school creditand earns a grade of:• C or the grade equivalent 70-79,• D or the grade equivalent 60-69, or• F or the grade equivalent 0-59Must allow the replacement of the grade with a grade of C or the grade equivalent 70-79 or higher, earnedsubsequently in the same or comparable course.Any course grade not replaced according to a district school board forgiveness policy shall be included in thecalculation of the 2.0 cumulative GPA required for graduation.Three-Year, 18-Credit Programs: College Preparatory ProgramAt least six of the 18 credits required for successful completion of this program must be received in classes that areoffered pursuant to the International Baccalaureate (IB) Program, the Advanced Placement (AP) Program, dualenrollment, Advanced International Certificate of Education (AICE) or specifically identified by the DOE as rigorouspursuant to s. 1009.531(3), F.S. The 18 academic credits required for completion of this program, pursuant tos. 1003.429, F.S., shall be distributed as follows:Four credits in English, with major concentration in composition and literature;Three credits in Mathematics at the Algebra I level or higher from the list of courses that qualify for stateuniversity admission*;Three credits in Natural Science, two of which must have a laboratory component;Three credits in Social Sciences, which must include one credit in American History, one credit in World History,one-half credit in American Government, and one-half credit in Economics;Two credits in the same second language; andThree credits in electives.*4 credits in Mathematics, one of which must be Algebra 1 or its equivalent, are required for admission to the StateUniversity System.Three-Year, 18-Credit Programs: Career Preparatory ProgramThe 18 academic credits required for this program shall be distributed as follows:Four credits in English, with major concentration in composition and literature;Three credits in Mathematics, one of which must be Algebra I or its equivalent*;Three credits in Natural Science, two of which must have a laboratory component;13

Three credits in Social Sciences, which must include one credit in American History, one credit in World History,one-half credit in American Government, and one-half credit in Economics;Three credits in a single vocational or career and technical education program, three credits in career andtechnical certificate dual enrollment courses, or five credits in vocational or career education courses; andTwo credits in electives unless five credits in vocational or career education courses are earned.*4 credits in Mathematics, one of which must be Algebra 1 or its equivalent, are required for admission to the StateUniversity System.Selection of Three-Year, 18-Credit ProgramsPrior to a student selecting a college preparatory program or a career preparatory program, the following requirementsmust be met:The student and student's parent(s) must meet with designated school personnel to receive an explanation ofthe relative requirements, advantages, and disadvantages of each program option; andThe student must receive the written consent of the student's parent.Each district school board must provide each student in sixth through ninth grade and their parents with informationconcerning the three-year, 18-credit and 24-credit graduation program options, including the respective curriculumrequirements for those options, so that students and their parents may select the program that best fits their needs.The information must include a timeframe for each graduation option.Selection of one of the graduation options must be completed by the student prior to the end of ninth grade, subject tothe requirements as stated above. Each district school board shall establish policies for extending this deadline to theend of a student's first semester of tenth grade for a student who entered a Florida public school after ninth grade upontransfer from a private school or another state or who was prevented from choosing a graduation option due to illnessduring the ninth grade. If the student and parent fail to select a graduation option, the student will be assigned the 24-credit graduation program.Three-Year Program Assessment and Grade Point Average RequirementsStudents pursuing accelerated three-year high school graduation options are required to:Earn passing scores on the Grade 10 FCAT as defined in s. 1008.22(3)(c), F.S., or scores on a standardized testthat are concordant with passing scores on the Grade 10 FCAT (ACT or SAT), as defined in s. 1008.22(9), F.S., andone of the following:ooAchieve a cumulative weighted grade point average of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale, or its equivalent, in thecourses required for the college preparatory accelerated high school graduation option; and receive aweighted or unweighted grade that earns at least 3.0 points, or its equivalent, in course credit towardthe 18 credits required for the college preparatory accelerated three-year high school graduationoption; ORAchieve a cumulative weighted grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, or its equivalent, in thecourses required for the career preparatory accelerated three-year high school graduation option; andreceive a weighted or unweighted grade that earns at least 2.0 points, or its equivalent, in course credittoward the 18 credits required for the career preparatory accelerated three-year high schoolgraduation.The GPA for a three-year graduation program is calculated using the specific 18 credits required to graduate. Theschool district is responsible for determining which courses to include in the calculation if a student earns more than 18credits.14

Weighted grade calculation referred to above shall be applied to those courses specifically listed or identified by theDOE as rigorous pursuant to s. 1009.531(3), F.S., or weighted by the district school board for class ranking purposes. If,at the end of tenth grade, a student is not on track to meet the credit, assessment, or grade point average requirementsof the accelerated graduation option selected, the school shall notify the student and parent of the following:The requirements that the student is currently not meeting;The specific performance necessary in eleventh grade for the student to meet the accelerated graduationrequirements; andThe right of the student to change to the four-year program set forth in s. 1003.43, F.S.A student who selected one of the accelerated three-year graduation options shall automatically be assigned to the 24-credit program set forth in s. 1003.428 or s. 1003.43, F.S., if the student:Exercises his or her right to change to the four-year program;Fails to earn five credits by the end of ninth grade or fails to earn 11 credits by the end of tenth grade; andDoes not achieve a score of three or higher on the Grade 10 FCAT writing assessment; orDoes not meet requirements of s. 1003.429(8), F.S., by the end of eleventh grade.In addition to an IB or an AICE curriculum, students who enter ninth grade in the 2007-2008 school year, or thereafter,may select one of the three high school graduation options listed in the following chart. Students are encouraged toconsider their postsecondary education or career goals when selecting an option.Each standard high school diploma shall include, as applicable:A designation for Major Area of Interest (required for districts to apply to students graduating in the 2010-2011school year);A designation reflecting completion of four or more accelerated college credit courses in Advanced Placement,International Baccalaureate, Advanced International Certificate of Education, or dual enrollment;A designation reflecting career education certification; andA designation reflecting a Florida Ready to Work Credential.The Florida Department of Education will establish guidelines for successful passage of examinations or coursework ineach of the accelerated college credit options, [s. 1003.4285, (Standard high school diploma designations.), F.S.].15

STUDENTS ENTERING GRADE NINE IN 2007-2008 SCHOOL YEAR AND THEREAFTEREnglishMathematicsScienceSubject AreaSocial StudiesForeign LanguageFine Arts or PerformingArts, Speech and Debate,or Practical ArtsPhysical EducationMajors, Minors, orElectivesState AssessmentRequirements 6Graduation Requirementsof 24-CreditProgram4 credits with major concentration incomposition, reading for information,and literature4 credits, one of which must be Algebra Ior its equivalent 2 , or a higher-levelmathematics course3 credits in Science, two of which musthave a laboratory component1 credit World History1 credit American History.5 credit American Govt..5 credit EconomicsNot required for high school graduation;but required for admission into stateuniversities1 credit in Fine or Performing Arts,Speech and Debate, or Practical Arts(eligible courses specified in CourseCode Directory)1 credit in Physical Education to includeGraduation Requirementsof Three-Year, 18-CreditCollege Preparatory Program 114 credits with major concentration incomposition and literature3 credits at the Algebra I level or abovefrom the list of courses that qualify forstate university admission (SUS) 33 credits in Natural Science, two ofwhich must have a laboratorycomponent1 credit World History1 credit American History.5 credit American Govt..5 credit Economics2 credits in the same language ordemonstrated proficiency in a secondlanguageNot RequiredGraduation Requirementsof Three-Year, 18-CreditCareer Preparatory Program4 credits with major concentration incomposition and literature3 credits, one of which must be Algebra Ior its equivalent 23 credits in Natural Science, two of whichmust have a laboratory component1 credit World History1 credit American History.5 credit American Govt..5 credit EconomicsNot RequiredNot Required4 Not Required Not Required8 credits 53 credits in electives 3 credits in single vocational/career4 credits in a Major Area of Interesteducation program and 2 credits in4 credits in elective courses, whichelectivesmay be combined to allow for aorsecond Major Area of Interest, a3 credits in single career/technicalminor area of interest (3 credits),certificate dual enrollment and 2 credits inindividual elective courses orelectivesintensive reading or mathematicsorintervention courses5 credits in vocational/career education(including 3 credits in one sequentialcareer and technical education program)Total 24 credits 18 credits 18 creditsPassing scores on the Grade 10 FCAT orscores on a standardized test that isconcordant with passing scores on theFCAT (ACT or SAT)Passing scores on the Grade 10 FCAT orscores on a standardized test that isconcordant with passing scores on theFCAT (ACT or SAT)Grade Point Average (GPA)Requirements 7 Cumulative GPA of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale Cumulative GPA of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale inrequired courses and a weighted orunweighted grade that earns at least 3.0points or its equivalent in each of the 18required creditsPassing scores on the Grade 10 FCAT orscores on a standardized test that isconcordant with passing scores on theFCAT (ACT or SAT)Cumulative weighted GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0scale in the required courses and aweighted or unweighted grade that earnsat least 2.0 points or its equivalent in eachof the 18 required credits1All courses earned toward the three-year, 18-credit college preparatory program must satisfy admission requirements for the State University System. Todetermine which courses meet State University System admission requirements, please use the Comprehensive Course Table athttps://www.osfaffelp.org/bfiehs/fnbpcm02_CCTMain.aspx or see high school counselor for assistance. At least six of the 18 credits must be completed in coursesthat include dual enrollment, Advanced Placement (AP), International Baccalaureate (IB), Advanced International Certificate of Education (AICE), or specificallylisted as rigorous by the Department of Education.2See high school counselor for assistance with Algebra I equivalents. Courses or series of courses deemed "equivalent" for satisfying the Algebra I graduationrequirements are: Algebra I; Algebra I Honors; Algebra Ia and Ib; Applied Mathematics I and II, Integrated Mathematics I and II; and Pre-AICE Math. PacesetterMathematics I is not available to students entering grade 9 in 2008-2009.3Students seeking admission to a SUS institution must complete an additional mathematics academic unit of Algebra I or higher (bringing the mathematicsrequirements to 4 units) [Rule 6.002, B.O.G.].4For more information on meeting the Physical Education requirement, please visit http://info.fldoe.org/docushare/dsweb/Get/Document-4461/K12-2007-103.pdfor see high school counselor.5Students may revise major areas of interest each year as part of their annual course registration process.6Students must earn passing scores on the Grade 10 FCAT in Mathematics and Reading (or scores that are concordant with the passing scores on the Grade 10FCAT). Please visit http://fcat.fldoe.org/pdf/fcatpass.pdf for additional information on state assessment requirements.7Students in grades 6-8 who take any high school-level course(s) for high school credit and earn a grade of "C", "D", or "F" may replace the grade with a grade of "C"or higher earned subsequently in the same or comparable course(s) in accordance with the district school board’s forgiveness policy.16

STUDENTS ENTERING GRADE NINE IN 2006-2007 SCHOOL YEARNoted differences when compared to the 2007-2008 requirements for the 24-credit/4-year program include:Mathematics – three credits required for 06-07, four required for 07-08 and thereafterLife Management Skills – no longer required for 07-08 and thereafterPhysical Education – for 07-08 and thereafter, must include health information and is no longer defined as .5 credit in Personal Fitness and a .5credit in a Physical Education electiveElectives – for 07-08 and thereafter, four credits in a Major Area of Interest and four general electives (which may be a second MAI, a minorarea of interest [three credits], elective courses, or intensive reading or mathematics intervention courses).EnglishMathematicsScienceSubject AreaSocial StudiesForeign LanguagePractical Arts/ PerformingFine ArtsGraduation Requirementsof 24-CreditProgram4 credits with major concentration incomposition and literature3 credits, one of which must be Algebra Ior its equivalent 23 credits in Natural Science, two of whichmust have a laboratory component1 credit World History1 credit American History.5 credit American Govt..5 credit EconomicsNot required for high school graduation;but required for admission into stateuniversities1 credit Practical Arts Career/Technicaleducation orExploratory Career Educationor1 credit Performing Fine Artsor.5 credit in Practical Arts and.5 credit in Performing Fine ArtsGraduation Requirementsof Three-Year, 18-CreditCollege Preparatory Program 14 credits with major concentration incomposition and literature3 credits at the Algebra I level or abovefrom the list of courses that qualify forstate university admission3 credits in Natural Science, two ofwhich must have a laboratorycomponent1 credit World History1 credit American History.5 credit American Govt..5 credit Economics2 credits in the same language ordemonstrated proficiency in a secondlanguageNot RequiredGraduation Requirementsof Three-Year, 18-CreditCareer Preparatory Program4 credits with major concentration incomposition and literature3 credits, one of which must be Algebra I orits equivalent 23 credits in Natural Science, two of whichmust have a laboratory component1 credit World History1 credit American History.5 credit American Govt..5 credit EconomicsNot Required3 credits in single vocational/careereducation programor3 credits in single career/technicalcertificate dual enrollmentor5 credits in vocational/career educationcourses (including 3 credits in onesequential career and technical program)Life Management Skills .5 credit Not Required Not RequiredPhysical Education1 credit, including .5 credit Personal Not Required Not Requiredelective 3Fitness and .5 credit Physical EducationElectives 8.5 credits 3 credits (must meet state universityadmission requirements)2 credits unless 5 credits incareer/technical education earnedTotal 24 credits 18 credits 18 creditsState AssessmentRequirements 4Passing scores on the Grade 10 FCAT or astandardized test that is concordant withpassing scores on the FCAT (ACT or SAT)Passing scores on the Grade 10 FCAT ora standardized test that is concordantwith passing scores on the FCAT (ACT orSAT)Passing scores on the Grade 10 FCAT or astandardized test that is concordant withpassing scores on the FCAT (ACT or SAT)Grade Point AverageRequirements (GPA)Cumulative GPA of 2.0 on a 4.0 scaleCumulative GPA of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale inrequired courses and a weighted orunweighted grade that earns at least3.0 points or its equivalent in each ofthe 18 required creditsCumulative weighted GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0scale in the required courses and aweighted or unweighted grade that earnsat least 2.0 points or its equivalent in eachof the 18 required credits1 All courses earned toward the three-year, 18-credit college preparatory program must satisfy admission requirements for the State University System. Todetermine which courses meet State University System admission requirements, please use the Comprehensive Course Table athttps://www.osfaffelp.org/bfiehs/fnbpcm02_CCTMain.aspx or see high school counselor for assistance. At least six of the 18 credits must be completed in coursesthat include dual enrollment, Advanced Placement (AP), International Baccalaureate (IB), Advanced International Certificate of Education (AICE), or specificallylisted as rigorous by the Department of Education.2 See high school counselor for Algebra I equivalents.3 See high school counselor for Physical Education electives.4 Students must earn passing scores on the Grade 10 FCAT in mathematics and reading (or scores that are concordant with the passing scores on the Grade 10 FCAT).Please visit http://fcat.fldoe.org/pdf/fcatpass.pdf for additional information on state assessment requirements.17

MAKING THE RIGHT CHOICEThe right graduation program for a particular student is the one that best fits the abilities, interests, and goals of theindividual student. Families should consider the educational benefits of each program and choose the program that willbest prepare the student for his or her postsecondary education or career plan. Here are some things that studentsand families should consider: What are the student's postsecondary education and career goals? Is the student prepared to make a choice about postsecondary education and possible career paths? If the student is planning to attend a postsecondary institution away from home, does he or she have themature decision-making skills needed to make the informed, safe choices required for independent living? Are three electives enough or is the student interested in taking additional courses to explore their interests? Does the student want to participate in sports or other extracurricular activities for four years, or are threeyears enough? Does the student intend to play college level sports and need to meet National Collegiate Athletic Association(NCAA) course eligibility requirements? Can the student meet admission requirements for postsecondary education institutions of his or her choice bychoosing a three-year, 18-credit graduation program? Has the family considered expenses and possible financial aid needs that may result from the student startingpostsecondary education a year early? Is the student going to compete for scholarships that require certain academic core courses, community serviceexperiences, demonstrated leadership skills, or participation in extracurricular activities? Has the family considered that the student has the option of taking an additional year of academic or technicalcourses through dual enrollment or AP courses to earn college credit by choosing the 24-credit program? If the student is enrolled in a prepaid college tuition plan, can the family pay off the balance a year early?Families and students should work with the school counselor or career specialist on a regular basis during the middleand high school years to get more information about graduation programs, financial aid opportunities, accelerationprograms, and college or career plans to help make this important decision. The electronic Personal Education Planner(ePEP), useful for creating and tracking education and career plans and is available online to all students atwww.FACTS.org.POINTS TO REMEMBER WHEN CHOOSING A GRADUATION PROGRAMStudents who choose a three-year, 18-credit graduation program may still qualify for acceleration programs(e.g., Advanced Placement, dual enrollment, International Baccalaureate, and Advanced InternationalCertificate of Education) and for a Florida Bright Futures Scholarship if they meet the eligibility and/oradmission requirements for those programs and scholarships.Students who choose a three-year, 18-credit graduation program can participate in the National MeritScholarship Program if they take the Practice Scholastic Aptitude Test (PSAT)/National Merit ScholarshipQualifying Test (NMSQT) in either the next-to-last year or the last year they are enrolled in high school. Thosewho take the PSAT/NMSQT in their last year of high school will be entering competition for awards to beoffered as they are completing their first year of college.18

Students who choose the three-year program, complete the 18 credits, earn a cumulative weighted GPA (withindividual course credit GPA requirements), and pass the Grade 10 FCAT Mathematics and Reading assessment(or scores on a standardized test that are concordant with the passing scores on the Grade 10 FCATMathematics and Reading assessment), graduate at the end of the three years. Students cannot remain inschool for a fourth year after graduating from high school. Students will lose a year of potential athleticeligibility by opting for a three-year program.Students who choose a three-year, 18-credit program will automatically be assigned to the 24-credit program ifthey do not earn five credits by the end of ninth grade or 11 credits by the end of tenth grade; do not achieve ascore of three or higher on the FCAT Writing+ assessment; do not pass the Grade 10 FCAT; or do not meetcredit or GPA requirements by the end of their third year. Passing the Grade 10 FCAT is critical.Students who meet specified requirements for a comprehensive program of study in career education may berecognized with a career education certification on their high school diploma.High school credits awarded before grade nine shall be counted toward the required credits for all graduationprograms.The three-year, 18-credit graduation programs are only available to students who will receive a standarddiploma.Selection of one of the three-year, 18-credit graduation program options must be completed by the studentprior to the end of grade nine and is exclusively up to the student and parent. A graduation program optionform must be signed by the student and parent and kept on record at the school.Students who complete the three-year, 18-credit college preparatory program must satisfy minimum academiccore credit requirements for State University System admission.Students who choose the three-year, 18-credit career preparatory program must complete their electives incareer or technical education courses.Students who plan to apply to an out-of-state or private in-state college or university and who are interested inone of the three-year graduation programs should contact those institutions as early as possible for specificadmission requirements.Students who choose a three-year, 18-credit graduation program must be treated equally in all ways withstudents who choose the 24-credit program, including eligibility for valedictorian or salutatorian ranking,Talented 20, and Bright Futures.HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION PROGRAMS QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS24-credit graduation program for students entering grade nine in 2007-2008 and thereafterMajor Area of Interest1. What is a Major Area of Interest (MAI)?A MAI includes four credits in a common area such as sequential courses in a career and technical program, fine andperforming arts, or academic content area, selected by the student as part of the student’s education plan. Astudent must earn a total of four credits in a MAI. MAIs are proposed by school districts to the Commissioner ofEducation and, once approved, are available for students’ consideration. It is important for educators providingstudent advisement on the selection of a MAI to review 1) the student’s desired postsecondary education goals and2) the student’s transcript to ensure he/she is on track to meet the requirements for the Florida Bright FuturesScholarship Program and the 18-credit distribution requirements for admission to the State University System.19

2. What are the purposes of a MAI?A MAI can provide opportunities that allow students to:Engage and understand the relevance of the high school experience through in-depth study of an academic orcareer technical area;Earn additional credit toward college or career technical certification;Learn more about career areas related to future professions;Participate in courses that develop and enhance lifetime skills;Value the appeal and merit of "elective" classes; andEnhance the knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the high school diploma.3. How is the high school MAI different from a college major?The focus of the high school MAI is to engage student interest in related courses that increase the depth of studentlearning. MAIs are organized by career themes that represent broad categories of associated courses. A collegemajor is a declared major area of study that requires completion of college courses in a specific degree, while a highschool MAI represents four of the eight high school elective credits that students must complete beyond theidentified core courses required for graduation.The high school MAI is a means by which a student can explore areas of interest in depth. Students may revise MAIseach year as part of the annual course registration process without penalty. A student MAY choose to take coursesin an area that they will later pursue in postsecondary education or training.4. How do students identify a MAI?Students are encouraged to:Explore their academic and career goals, using CHOICES to explore individual interests, at www.flchoices.org;Discuss individual interests with parent(s)/guardian(s), school counselors, and teachers; andUse FACTS.org to view Major Areas of Interest offered at their high school and identify courses for a chosen MAIin the electronic Personal Education Planner (ePEP) at www.FACTS.org.5. If a student revises his/her MAI every year and has not completed four credits in one approved MAI, is he/sheeligible to graduate?Yes. A student must successfully complete four MAI credits in total, from one or more Major Areas of Interest tosatisfy graduation requirements. Students may revise their MAI throughout high school without penalty. Notcompleting all of the courses required for a specific MAI will not prevent students from graduating on time.6. Does a student have to be enrolled in a MAI each year?No. However, a student must successfully complete a total of four (4) MAI credits in order to graduate.7. If a student decides to pursue a MAI in one of the required core areas, can enrollment in a one-credit courseduring the ninth grade year count as enrollment in a course that applies to the student’s MAI?Yes. School counselors and advisors should emphasize that to complete a MAI in a required subject area, thestudent will need to earn the total number of credits in that area required for graduation plus four credits to satisfythe MAI requirements. Examples include: a total of eight math credits to complete the four core requirements andthe four credits needed for a MAI in math, a total of five fine arts credits to complete a MAI in fine arts, or a total ofseven science credits to complete a MAI in science. Because core subject courses often require enrollment inprerequisite foundation courses to build more advanced skills, students should be advised of the sequence ofcourses needed to complete the core graduation requirements and the four credits that will count toward the MAI.Credits completed for a MAI will be recorded on the high school transcript.8. If a student changes his/her mind about the selected MAI, when can the student make changes?The law specifies that students may revise Major Areas of Interest each year as part of the annual courseregistration process and should update their education plan to reflect such revisions. Districts may establish policiesrelated to when students may revise their MAIs and course selection changes. Each year, schools must provide20

information about MAIs, courses available, and the courses that meet eligibility requirements for scholarships andpostsecondary admission.9. Can a parent opt out of having a child select a MAI?No.10. Do students entering grade nine who select a three-year, 18-credit program or enroll in an InternationalBaccalaureate (IB) curriculum or an Advanced International Certificate of Education (AICE) curriculum have toselect a MAI?No. Students who enter grade nine in the 2007-2008 school year and thereafter, who elect to complete a threeyear,18-credit college preparatory program, a three-year, 18-credit career preparatory program, an IB curriculum,or an AICE curriculum do not have to select or complete a MAI. However, as delineated in s. 1003.429, F.S.,students pursuing a three-year, 18-credit program are required to meet certain criteria. Failure to meet thesecriteria will result in assignment to the 24-credit program requiring students to select a MAI. In addition,designated MAIs are provided for IB and AICE students for the purpose of tracking completed credits for studentswho may transfer out of IB or AICE curriculum to a high school that does not offer IB or AICE curriculum.11. Can students count dual enrollment courses toward a MAI?Eligible students interested in dual enrollment courses should be encouraged to participate. School counselors mayapprove appropriate dual enrollment courses identified in the district’s Interinstitutional Articulation Agreement forcredit in a student’s MAI. Districts and community colleges may propose dual enrollment courses within the annualtimeframe designated for updating MAIs. For information on the MAI annual timeframe please visithttp://info.fldoe.org/docushare/dsweb/Get/Document-5031/k12-2008-100.pdf. In addition, the state has approveda MAI titled “AA Degree.” This major is intended for students who wish to participate in a variety of dual enrollmentcourses and earn college credit while completing their MAI requirement.12. Can the stand-alone Intensive Reading courses apply to a student’s MAI or minor area of interest?Yes. Please review Approved Majors and Associated Courses athttps://app1.fldoe.org/HSMajors/ListMajorsAndCourses.aspx.Minor Area of Interest1. What is a "minor area of interest"?Minor areas of interest are composed of three elective credits selected by the student as part of the education planrequired by s. 1003.4156, F.S., and approved by the district school board.2. Are students required to select a minor and a MAI?No.Electronic Personalized Education Plan (ePEP)1. What is an electronic Personal Education Plan (ePEP)?An ePEP is a high school course planner that helps middle and high school students set a graduation goal and selectcoursework from their high school to meet that goal. For instance, standard diploma students may select collegeprep, career prep, college and career prep, or standard graduation prep. Each of these goals has specific courserequirements for graduation, Bright Futures Scholarship awards, and/or State University System admission.2. What constitutes a complete ePEP?An ePEP is a high school plan. Students must create a Login ID, establish a profile and ePEP settings, and plan creditsfor their graduation plan. Standard diploma students will plan either 24- or 18-credits depending on theirgraduation plan. The types of courses planned will vary depending on the student's goals for graduation and21

postsecondary education. Understanding that circumstances may change or alter a student’s plan makes it evenmore important to review and update the ePEP as part of annual course registration processes.3. Who is required to complete an ePEP on FACTS.org?The law requires students in eighth grade in the 2008-2009 school year and beyond, to create an ePEP prior to ninthgrade promotion. However, it is strongly encouraged that students who enter ninth grade in 2008-2009 useFACTS.org to create an ePEP and explore MAIs available at their high school as they will be required to satisfy theMAI requirement to earn a standard diploma.4. How will students change their MAI?Students may revise their MAIs each year as part of annual course registration processes and should update theireducation plan on FACTS.org to reflect such revisions. FACTS.org will offer district reports to assist the process ofidentifying students’ MAIs and credits earned. For this reason, it is a good idea for students to have an up-to-dateePEP with an accurate detail of the planned MAI courses.5. How will middle and high school counselors access student ePEP activity information?To assist school districts and schools in meeting the Florida law requirements, FACTS.org has developed a StudentActivity System. The Student Activity System will provide access to individual student ePEPs and High SchoolEvaluations as well as a summary report of activity. The report is intended to help identify which middle schoolstudents have completed the ePEP in order to be promoted to 9th grade and view students’ status in terms of MajorArea of Interest planning. The Student Activity System requires a Login ID and Password that is assigned through thedistrict. Authorized high school counselors can continue to utilize the Bright Futures System and choose action code"F" to view their students' FACTS.org High School Evaluations. However, ePEP and Major Area of Interestinformation is only available through the FACTS.org Student Activity System. To access the Student Activity System,got to www.FACTS.org and select the Counselors & Educators tab > Secondary Access: Student Activity System. AGuide, which provides detailed instructions on how to access and use the system, is available from this page. If youdo not have a Login ID, please contact your District Guidance Supervisor or the FACTS.org Helpdesk toll-free at 1-866-324-2618 for assistance.6. What are the requirements for district school boards to ensure review of students’ ePEPs?Beginning with students who enter grade 9 in the 2009-2010 school year, each district school board is required toestablish policies that address the annual review of each high school student’s electronic education plan (ePEP) andprocedures for high school students who have not prepared an ePEP to prepare such a plan [s. 1003.413(3)(i), F.S.].Transfer Students1. What resources are available to assist students who enter ninth grade from out-of-state or private schools to helpidentify a MAI if they have not previously participated in career exploration or career education activities?Invite parents and students to explore the CHOICES website at www.flchoices.org. To select academic coursesrelated to student interests, guide them to FACTS.org and the selection of ePEP.2. What if a student transfers to another school and his/her MAI is not offered? Are there ground rules that shouldbe used from district to district or school to school?If a student transfers to a school that does not offer the MAI for which he or she was enrolled, then the district orschool is encouraged to work with the student to determine options. Once a MAI credit has been successfullyearned and recorded on the student’s transcript, it will count towards meeting the graduation requirementregardless of whether the new school offers the MAI or not.Florida Bright Futures Scholarship Program1. Will courses in an approved MAI satisfy Bright Futures program requirements for Florida Gold Seal VocationalScholars Award (GSV) eligibility?22

this mean an individual meeting with each student and his/her parents is necessary or can this requirement bemet by presenting the information in a group meeting or by providing written information?School districts may provide this information through written communication or a group meeting.Selection of Coursework1. For students who select the three-year, 18-credit college preparatory program in 2006-2007 and thereafter, atleast six of the 18 credits must be earned in courses from specific areas. What course areas are available tosatisfy the required six credits?At least six of the 18 credits required for successful completion of this program must be earned in courses that areoffered pursuant to the Advanced Placement (AP) Program, the IB Program, dual enrollment, AICE or specificallylisted or identified by the DOE as rigorous pursuant to s. 1009.531(3), F.S. Honors courses were deleted from thespecified areas for the six credits requirement pursuant to 2006 legislation.2. Must the 18 credits required for the three-year, 18-credit college preparatory program meet the admissionrequirements for the State University System?Yes. All credits required for the three-year, 18-credit college preparatory program, including the three electives,must satisfy the course distribution requirements for state university admission. Please note that students whoentered as high school freshmen July 1, 2007 or later and will be seeking admission to a SUS institution, arerequired to complete an additional mathematics academic unit of Algebra I or higher (bringing the mathematicsrequirements to 4 units), less one elective (bringing the elective requirements to 2 units) [Rule 6.002, B.O.G.].3. What courses or series of courses are deemed "equivalent" for satisfying the Algebra I graduation requirementfor high school graduation?Algebra I - 1200310 (1 credit)Algebra I Honors - 1200320 (1 credit)Algebra Ia - 1200370 and Algebra Ib - 1200380 (2 credits)Applied Mathematics I - 1205400 and Applied Mathematics II - 1205410 (2 credits)Integrated Mathematics I - 1207310 and Integrated Mathematics II - 1207320 (2 credits)Pre-AICE Mathematics I - 1209810 (1 credit)4. Do Algebra Ia and Ib or Applied Mathematics I and II count as two of the three required Mathematics credits forthe three-year, 18-credit career preparatory program?Yes. Algebra Ia and Ib or Applied Mathematics I and II will count as two credits for the three-year, 18-credit careerpreparatory program. Students will be required to complete one additional Mathematics credit.5. Do Algebra Ia and Ib or Applied Mathematics I and II count as two of the three required Mathematics credits forthe three-year, 18-credit college preparatory program?No. Algebra Ia and Ib or Applied Mathematics I and II will count as one credit for Algebra I equivalency for thecollege preparatory program. Students are required to complete two additional credits in Mathematics at a higherlevel than Algebra I from the list of courses that satisfy state university admission requirements.College Preparatory Program1. Can a student choose a 24-credit college preparatory graduation program?Florida law does not designate an "official" 24-credit college preparatory graduation program, but students are ableto choose any combination of courses that meet the minimum 24-credit high school graduation requirements,including more rigorous college preparatory curricula within the 24 credits that satisfy the state universityadmission requirements.24

2. Can a student who chose one of the three-year, 18-credit graduation programs, maintained the required gradepoint average on a 4.0 scale, and earned the required credits but failed to earn passing scores on the Grade 10FCAT Mathematics and Reading assessment or Writing+ assessment receive a certificate of completion?No. A student who selected one of the accelerated three-year graduation options shall automatically move to thefour-year program set forth in s. 1003.428 or s. 1003.43 if the student does not meet the requirements provided ins. 1003.429(8), F.S.3. Does the state prohibit a student who has completed 24 credits and all other requirements from graduating inthree years?No. Neither state law nor State Board of Education rule prohibits a student in the 24-credit high school graduationprogram who completes all requirements from graduating in less than four years. This is a district decision thatshould be addressed in the student progression plan.4. If a three-year, 18-credit graduation program student has earned 14 to 16 credits by the beginning of his or herthird year, must the student attend as a full-time student in the third year?Yes. Students choosing one of the three-year graduation programs must attend high school as full-time studentsfor three full school years, which may include summer school.5. May a student who selects one of the three-year, 18-credit graduation programs earn more than 18 credits inthree years? If so, will the state fund these credits up to six periods per day?Yes.6. Can a student who attends a special magnet program on a block schedule that requires more than 18 creditsselect a three-year, 18-credit accelerated program?No. If a student selects a special magnet program that requires completion of more than 18 credits, the studentwould be unable to complete the magnet program credit requirements within three years. Therefore, he or shewould need to complete the 24-credit graduation program. A school district may not establish additionalrequirements for the three-year, 18-credit graduation programs as specified in s. 1003.429(5), F.S.7. May a district exclude three-year, 18-credit graduation program students from designation as valedictorian andsalutatorian or have separate designations for valedictorian and salutatorian for the different graduationprograms?No. Students selecting one of the three-year programs must be treated equally with students graduating via theminimum 24-credit general high school graduation program in all ways, including eligibility for valedictorian,salutatorian, Talented 20, and Bright Futures. A school district may, however, choose to recognize a valedictorianand a salutatorian from each graduation program. Students graduating in three years cannot be excluded fromactivities traditionally provided for graduating students during their anticipated graduation year.Career Preparatory Program1. Must the three courses required in a vocational or career education program, career or technical educationcertificate dual enrollment courses, or the five credits in vocational or career education courses be earned in asingle career and technical education (CTE) program?Yes. The three-year, 18-credit career preparatory program is designed to prepare students for postsecondary careereducation and training. Completion of CTE coursework at the secondary level is essential in this process. Studentschoosing the career preparatory program must complete a minimum of three vocational job preparatory ortechnology education program credits in a single focused career education program as evidenced by identification inthe CCT to satisfy requirements for the Bright Futures GSV award.Students choosing three CTE credits in a single focused career education program may take any two credits listed inthe CCD as two electives to complete the three-year career preparatory program. Students choosing five CTE creditsmust complete at least three credits in a single focused career education program.25

2. To be eligible for a GSV award, a student must complete courses in a "sequential program". What does thatmean? Must students take courses in the order established in the curriculum framework to qualify for a GSVaward?A "sequential program" means that the courses within that program have been developed so that the theories andskills taught in one course build upon the theories and skills taught in a previous course. Students completing threecredits in a sequential program do not necessarily have to select the three credits in the identified sequence in theCCD or in the curriculum framework. Career education programs are competency based and as students master thecompetencies of a course and become ready to accelerate within their career education program, they may be ableto demonstrate mastery and skip a course in a set sequence within the program.Calculation of Grade Point Average (GPA)1. Students who select the three-year, 18-credit college preparatory program must receive a weighted orunweighted grade that earns at least 3.0 points or its equivalent in each course credit toward graduation. Whatdoes this mean?Students must earn a "B" or better or its equivalent whether or not the grade is weighted.2. What does this policy mean for students who select the three-year, 18-credit career preparatory program?Students must earn a "C" or better or its equivalent whether or not the grade is weighted.Grade Level Classification1. How will a student who has selected one of the three-year, 18-credit graduation programs be classified andreported?In the past, districts were advised that students must be classified and reported in accordance with the district’sstudent progression plan. It was recommended that a student selecting one of the three-year graduation programsbe classified as a twelfth grade student or senior at the beginning of their last year in school. For purposes of statereporting, it is now recommended that students who select one of the three-year programs be classified as ninth,tenth, and eleventh grade students. This ensures that students are eligible to participate in Grade 11 FCAT Scienceeven if it is the students’ last year in high school. A student who has selected a three-year, 18-credit graduationprogram must be allowed to participate during his or her third year in all activities traditionally provided forgraduating students.Same Second Language Proficiency1. How can proficiency be documented in the second language for a student whose native language is not currentlytaught by the high school or for which a commercially developed test is not available?Through one of the following options:Provision of an official transcript indicating that the student previously completed (and passed with a "C" orhigher) at least two years of language arts in his or her native language;A notarized letter from the educational attaché with the consulate office or embassy representing the student'scountry and language of origin indicating that the student is proficient at a level at least equivalent to two yearsof formal instruction in the language of origin;A statement from a transcript evaluation company, such as World Education Services, documenting proficiency;ORUse of an assessment instrument developed by the U.S. Foreign Service, the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA),the U.S. Armed Forces, or Cambridge International Education.2. Are Cambridge International Examinations acceptable assessments to document two years of same secondlanguage proficiency?26

Yes. These examinations, called International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE), are available inthe following foreign languages: English as a Second Language, Dutch, French, German, Indonesian, Italian, Latin,Malay, Mandarin Chinese, Portuguese, and Spanish.A school must be registered with Cambridge International Center in order to administer the examination, butCambridge does not require a student to be enrolled in a Cambridge course to take the examination.3. What course number is used to indicate a waiver on the transcript for a student who has demonstrated samesecond language proficiency?Course number 0791920 (Bright Futures Foreign Language Proficiency Waiver—Local Documentation Required)should be reported on the student's transcript to indicate the demonstration of proficiency and subsequent waiverof the same second language requirement.Students with Disabilities1. Is a student with a disability that chooses a three-year, 18-credit graduation program eligible for considerationfor the FCAT waiver?No. For more information regarding the FCAT waiver for students with disabilities, please contact the Bureau ofExceptional Education and Student Services at (850) 245-0475 or access additional information athttp://www.fldoe.org/ese/.Diploma Type Code1. What diploma type code should be reported for students who receive a standard diploma using one of the threeyear,18-credit graduation programs?Students graduating via the three-year, 18-credit college preparatory program must be reported using the W6Acode. Students graduating via the three-year career preparatory program must be reported using the W6B code.2009-2010 HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION CONTACT INFORMATIONBelinda Chason, State SupervisorAgriscience and Natural Resources EducationCareer & Technical Programs(850) 245-9017Belinda.Chason@fldoe.orgTodd Clark, Bureau ChiefBureau of Curriculum and Instruction(850) 245-0423Todd.Clark@fldoe.orgLoretta Costin, Vice ChancellorCareer & Technical Education(850) 245-0446Loretta.Costin@fldoe.orgHelen Lancashire, School Counseling ConsultantStudent Support Services Project(850) 488-1842hlancash@tempest.coedu.usf.edu27

FLORIDA VIRTUAL SCHOOLThe mission of Florida Virtual School (FLVS) is to deliver a high quality, technology-based education that provides theskills and knowledge needed for success in the 21 st Century. FLVS is an established leader in developing and providingvirtual K-12 education solutions. As a state funded public internet-based school, FLVS provides engaging online coursesfor students throughout the state of Florida in grades 6 through 12. Providing students a choice in how, when andwhere they learn is paramount to their mission.Florida Virtual School has over 1122 certified and highly qualified instructors for more than 100 middle and high schoolcourses including honors, Advanced Placement courses and AP Exam reviews. These courses are offered at no cost toFlorida students, including public, charter, home education, and affiliated private school students. FLVS students log onto www.FLVS.net to take courses anywhere Internet connectivity is available. FLVS credits are fully-transferable to anypublic school in Florida.Parents and students turn to FLVS for flexible education solutions for many reasons, including:Access - FLVS brings learning opportunities that may not be otherwise available, such as Advanced Placement(AP) and honors, or courses not easily offered, such as Chinese.Flexible Schedule - FLVS accommodates students with disabilities, medical issues, homebound care, schedulingconflicts, credit recovery, and other unique student needs.Excellent Curriculum – FLVS’s award-winning curriculum of more than 100 courses is built upon research-basedteaching strategies and is assessed and validated by an independent panel of educational experts.Study Tools - AP Exam reviews are available in the Spring for enrolled and non-enrolled students at no cost.Integration - Students must use technology to take the course and complete assignments, so improvedtechnological skills are a by-product of online learning.Individualized Instruction - Pace and methods are fashioned to meet specific student needs.Professional Instruction - One-on-one instruction is delivered by highly-qualified state and nationally certifiedteachers who teach within their certification areas.Communication - Teachers communicate regularly with students and parents via email, instant messaging, andregular phone conversations.High Standards - Curriculum meets or exceeds all Florida Sunshine State and National Standards and all teachersare certified in the subjects they teach.Accreditation - The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and the Commission on International andTrans Regional Accreditation accredit FLVS as a Distance Learning School. Courses are NCAA approved.As stipulated by the Florida K-20 Education Code (s.1002.20, F.S.), parents have the right to choose educational optionssuch as FLVS for their children. A student's full-time school may not deny access to courses offered by FLVS, assumingthat the desired online course(s) is an appropriate course placement based on the student's academic history, gradelevel, and age.If you would like more information about Florida Virtual School's excellent curriculum, individualized instruction, andflexible scheduling, visit the FLVS website at www.FLVS.net or call (407) 513-3587, press 1.In addition, the Department of Education issued the following memorandum regarding specific policies and educationopportunities afforded by FLVS as a School Choice Option: http://info.fldoe.org/docushare/dsweb/Get/Document-5250/dps-2009-007.pdf. The following website, http://www.fldoe.org/Schools/virtual-schools/default.asp, also hasinformation about Florida Virtual School.28

2009-2010 FLVS COURSE OFFERINGSART0100300 AP Art History0101000 Orientation to Art 2-DBUSINESS TECHNOLOGY8209020 Computing for College and Careers8207110 Web Design I8207120 Web Design 22300040 M/J KeyboardingCAREER EDUCATION2305000 M/J Career EducationCOMPUTER SCIENCE0201330 Computer Programming - Basic I0200320 AP Computer Science AFOREIGN LANGUAGE0711300 Chinese I0711310 Chinese 20711320 Chinese 3*0706300 Latin I0706310 Latin II0706320 Latin III0708340 Spanish I0708350 Spanish II0808360 Spanish III0708400 AP Spanish*0708000 M/J Spanish BegHEALTH & PHYSICAL EDUCATION1500300 Adaptive Physical Education IEP or 504 Plan1501310 Fitness Lifestyle Design0800300 Health I-Life Management Skills8502000 Health I-Life Management Skills1501300 Personal Fitness3026010 HOPE*LANGUAGE ARTS1001310 English I1001320 English I Honors1001340 English II1001350 English II Honors1001370 English III1001380 English III Honors1001400 English IV1001410 English IV Honors1001430 AP English Literature and Composition1001420 AP English Language and Composition1001010 M/J Language Arts 1 (6 th )1001020 M/J Language Arts 1 Advanced (6 th )1001040 M/J Language Arts 2 (7 th )1001060 M/J Language Arts 2 Advanced (7 th )1001080 M/J Language Arts 3 (8 th )1001080 M/J Language Arts 3 Advanced (8 th )MATH1200310 Algebra I1200320 Algebra I Honors1200330 Algebra II1200340 Algebra II Honors1206310 Geometry1206320 Geometry Honors1208300 Liberal Arts Math1202340 Pre-Calculus1202300 Calculus*1202310 AP Calculus AB1202320 AP Calculus BC*2000342 AP Statistics*1205010 M/J Mathematics 1 (6th)1205020 M/J Mathematics 1 Advanced (6th)1205040 M/J Mathematics 2 (7th)1205050 M/J Mathematics 2 Advanced (7th)1205070 M/J Mathematics 3 (8th)1205080 M/J Mathematics 3 Advanced (8th)SAFETY AND DRIVER EDUCATION1900300 Driver EducationSCIENCE2001310 Earth Space Science2001320 Earth Space Science Honors2003340 Chemistry I2003350 Chemistry I Honors2002500 Marine Science I2002520 Marine Science Honors I2000310 Biology I2000320 Biology I Honors2003310 Physical Science*2003380 Physics I2003390 Physics I Honors2000340 AP Biology2001380 AP Environmental Science*2002040 M/J Comprehensive Science 1 (6 th )2002050 M/J Comprehensive Science 1 Advanced (6 th )2002070 M/J Comprehensive Science 2 (7 th )2002080 M/J Comprehensive Science 2 Advanced (7 th )2002100 M/J Comprehensive Science 3 (8 th )2002110 M/J Comprehensive Science 3 Advanced (8 th )SOCIAL STUDIES2104320 Global Studies2109310 World History2109320 World History Honors2100310 American History2100320 American History Honors2106310 American Government2106320 American Government Honors2102310 Economics2102320 Economics Honors2106420 AP U.S. Government and Politics2100330 AP U.S. History2102370 AP Macroeconomics2102360 AP Microeconomics2105020 M/J World Cultures (6th)2105030 M/J World Cultures Advanced (6th)2103010 World Geography (7th)2100010 M/J U.S. History (8th)2100020 M/J U.S. History Advanced (8th)2107300 PsychologySTUDY SKILLS1700370 Critical Thinking and Study Skills1008010 M/J Reading I (6 th )1008020 M/J Reading I Advanced (6 th )* PROJECTED LAUNCH DATE BY FALL 200929

CAREER DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS AND SERVICESThe Division of Career and Adult Education provides career, educational, financial aid, and related information throughprinted products and Internet based programs. This information is used by counselors, career specialists, teachers, andothers to assist students in making informed career and educational decisions. Toll free assistance is available weekdaysfrom 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (EST) by calling 1-800-342-9271 or by emailing at choices@fldoe.org. The Career PlanningOffice offers the following programs and services:FLORIDA CHOICES PLANNER is our state’s career information delivery system which provides free online career andeducational exploration and information. Databases contain information on careers, Florida public and independentpostsecondary institutions, national institutions, and financial aid. Florida CHOICES Planner includes assessments forcareer interests, values, and skills. Live action videos of occupations are also included. "Guideways" is a feature thatgives step-by-step instructions to navigate through the program. Users can build career and education plans andresumes that are securely stored in the "Your Portfolio" section. Enhanced accountability tools allow educators toreview students' assessment results, measure progress, and report program success. The CHOICES Planner is accessibleat www.flchoices.org.WORKSHOPS on CHOICES are offered regionally throughout the state. Our free, hands-on workshops allow foreducators to experience the CHOICES program in an interactive lab setting. To register for scheduled workshops go towww.fldoe.org/workforce/programs/cd_home.asp.THE CAREER CRUISER is a career exploration activity book for middle school students; it is shipped to districts in Augustfor use in middle schools. The Career Cruiser provides self-assessment activities to assist students in thinking aboutpersonal interests and career goals. Charts display sample occupations in 16 career clusters. Occupational descriptions,average earnings, and minimum educational level required for the job are also listed. The Career Cruiser can be viewedand downloaded from www.fldoe.org/workforce/publicat.asp.THE CAREER CRUISER TEACHER’S GUIDE is a companion to the Career Cruiser to assist teachers, career specialists, andcounselors in their mission to promote career development for middle school students. The teacher’s guide can beviewed and downloaded from www.fldoe.org/workforce/publicat.asp.EDUCATOR’S TOOLKIT FOR THE MIDDLE SCHOOL CAREER AND ACADEMIC PLANNING COURSE - Promotion from middleschool requires one of the state approved courses in career and education planning to be completed in the 7 th or 8 thgrade. The course can be taught by any member of the instructional staff and is designed to help students becomeaware of the relationships that exist between education and career achievement. Students are introduced toeducational alternatives and course options as they prepare for the transition to secondary school. The Educator’sToolkit on Career and Education Planning was developed to assist teachers in planning a comprehensive middle schoolcareer course. This Toolkit provides easy access to classroom activities, lesson plans, and related web-based resources.It’s available at www.fldoe.org/workforce/ced/.THE PARENT PRIMER is a booklet that provides up-to-date information on changes taking place in education and theworkplace. Strategies are available for parents to assist teens with career and education decision making; downloadonly at www.fldoe.org/workforce/publicat.asp. Electronic versions of this booklet are also available in Spanish andCreole by contacting the Career Planning Office at 1-800-342-9271 or by emailing at choices@fldoe.org.THE CONGRESS-BUNDESTAG VOCATIONAL YOUTH EXCHANGE SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM provides an opportunity forgraduating high school seniors with a vocational background to spend one year in Germany exploring their vocationalinterests. Each Florida high school may nominate up to three students. Students must be able to demonstrate thematurity and commitment necessary to be successful in an international exchange program. For more information orfor a student program application go to www.fldoe.org/workforce/programs/cp_bundestag.asp.For more information contact: Florida Department of Education, Career Planning Office, 325 W. Gaines Street, Suite 714,Tallahassee, FL 32399; (850) 245-9767; Toll-free: 1-800-342-9271 (Florida only) or by emailing at choices@fldoe.org.30

SUPPORT SERVICES FOR MINORITY AND LOW-INCOME STUDENTSCounselors play a key role in helping minority and low-income students to be competitive and well-prepared to meetadmission standards for colleges and universities. Early motivation and enrollment in regular and advanced coursesthat prepare students for college-level work are critical to students' success in getting into and staying in college.Counselors can assist by ensuring that students complete courses that prepare them for success in college and connectstudents with the support systems available to them. Counselors may also serve students with special needs bymaintaining a good working relationship with the admission and financial aid officers and other key personnel at thecolleges and universities who provide academic guidance and support for these students. The following informationwill assist counselors in connecting students with the systems that are available to support minority and low-incomestudents.TALENTED TWENTYAs part of the Governor's Equity in Education Plan, the Talented 20 program was first instituted beginning with thegraduating class of 2000. The purpose of the Talented 20 program is to guarantee admission to students who succeed intheir respective K-12 public schools, encourage students to strive for better grades, and pursue rigorous academiccourses. Florida State Board of Education Administrative Rule [Rule 6C-6.002 (5), Entering Freshman, FloridaAdministrative Code (FAC)] specifies the requirements for the Talented 20 program. Students eligible for the Talented20 program are guaranteed admission to one of the eleven state universities and are given priority for the awarding offunds from the Florida Student Assistance Grant, a needs-based student assistance program. Please note, that whileeligible students are guaranteed admission at one of the state universities, they may not be admitted to the campus oftheir choice. We invite you to view Rule 6C-6.002 (5), FAC, online at www.fldcu.org/chn/rules_index.asp.In order to qualify for the Talented 20 program, students must:Be enrolled in a Florida public high school and graduate with a standard diploma;Be ranked in the top 20% of the class after the posting of seventh semester grades;Take the ACT or SAT (no minimum score is required); andComplete all eighteen college preparatory credits as specified in State Board of Education Rules.For more information on the Talented 20 program, you may wish to visit the Florida Department of Education's Talented20 program link at www.fldoe.org/Talented20/.COLLEGE REACH-OUT PROGRAM (CROP)The College Reach-Out Program (CROP) is a statewide initiative that connects low-income and educationally challengedmiddle and high school students (grades 6-12) with community colleges and four-year institutions. The state office islocated in the Florida Department of Education’s Bureau of School Improvement. Programs vary across the state, andinclude academic enrichment sessions, test preparation, annual college tour, counseling, educational trips, summerresidential experience (on campus), leadership exposure and awards and recognition ceremonies to motivate andprepare students who might not otherwise consider college.Upward Bound Programs consist of three types: Classic (available at many colleges; see contact list below), Veteran's(Miami-Dade College), and Regional Centers for Math and Science (Florida A&M University). The purpose of theUpward Bound Programs is to increase the number of students from low-income/first-generation college backgroundswho enter postsecondary education. The Classic Upward Bound Program provides high school students with academicskill building, counseling, and career planning activities in a model that includes an academic year program and asummer on-campus residential program. Continuous contact is provided to students in grades nine through high schoolgraduation. The Veteran's Upward Bound Program targets veterans and provides services similar to that of the ClassicUpward Bound Program. Upward Bound Regional Centers for Math and Science offer some academic year activities;the major activity consists of summer residential programs designed to identify and motivate students to pursuepostsecondary degree programs in the areas of mathematics and science. Regional Centers draw students from a largegeographical area (Florida Center at Florida A&M University recruits from eight southeastern states).31

2009-2010 CROP CONTACT INFORMATIONBarry UniversityMs. Silvia Reyes(305) 899-3726spreyes@mail.barry.eduBrevard Community CollegeMs. Chyrell Gibbs(321) 433--5564gibbsc@brevardcc.eduBroward CollegeMr. Vernon Jones(954) 201-6746vjones@broward.eduCentral Florida Community CollegeMs. LerVerne Jacobs(352) 854-2322 ext. 1681jacobsj@cf.eduChipola CollegeMs. Gayle Duncan(850) 718-2417duncang@chipola.eduFlagler CollegeMs. Kathy Drake(904) 819-6351cis2@fdn.comFlorida A&M UniversityMs. Buenita Lee(850) 599-2931buenita.lee@famu.eduFlorida Atlantic UniversityMs. Rosalee Fyffe(561) 297-3619rfyffe@fau.eduFlorida Community College atJacksonvilleMr. John W. Grissett, Jr.(904) 633-8219jgrisset@fccj.eduFlorida Gulf Coast UniversityMs. Nakisha Harris(239) 590-7905nharris@fgcu.eduFlorida International UniversityMs. Sofia Santiesteban(305) 348-1745santiest@fiu.eduFlorida Keys Community CollegeMs. Carrie Groomes-Davis(305) 809-3261groomesd_c@firn.eduFlorida Memorial CollegeMs. Faye Rodney(305) 626-3132frodney@fmuniv.eduFlorida State UniversityMs. Daisy Garcia(850) 644-0778dgarcia@admin.fsu.eduGulf Coast Community CollegeMs. Karen Parham(850) 747-3201kparham@gulfcoast.eduHillsborough Community CollegeMr. Warren Smith(813) 253-7984wtsmith@hccfl.eduIndian River State CollegeMs. Adriene Jefferson-Dover(561) 462-4242ajeffers@irsc.eduJacksonville UniversityMs. Glori White Peters(904) 256-7150 ext. 7152gpeters@ju.eduLake-Sumter Community CollegeMr. Reinaldo Cortes(352) 323-3691cortesr@lscc.cc.fl.usManatee Community CollegeMs. Kristen Anderson(941) 752-5257anderskl@mccfl.eduMiami-Dade CollegeMs. Deveni Hodges(305) 237-3271dhodges@mdc.eduNorth Florida Community CollegeMs. Mary Francis Mauldin(850) 973-9436mauldinm@nfcc.eduNorthwest Florida State CollegeMs. Pam Walters(850) 729-5291waltersp@nwfstatecollege.eduPalm Beach Community CollegeMs. Robin Johnson(561) 868-3377johnsonr@pbcc.eduPasco-Hernando CommunityCollegeMr. Imani Asukile(352) 518-1235Asukili@phcc.eduPensacola Junior CollegeMr. Earl Evans(850) 484-1608eevans@pjc.eduPolk CollegeMr. Sylvester Little(863) 297-1010 ext. 5227slittle@polk.eduSt. Petersburg CollegeMs. Linda Hogans(727) 341-3537hogans.linda@spcollege.eduSanta Fe CollegeMr. Alvaro Ortiz(352) 395-5268alvaro.ortiz@sfcc.eduSouth Florida Community CollegeMs. Felecia Dozier(863) 453-6661dozierf@southflorida.edu32

Tallahassee Community CollegeMs. Sharon Jefferson(850) 201-8490jefferss@tcc.fl.eduUniversity of Central FloridaMs. La’Tasha Holcomb(407) 823-5580lnholcom@mail.ucf.eduUniversity of FloridaDr. Michael Bowie(352) 392-5242 ext. 21mbowie@coe.ufl.eduUniversity of North FloridaMs. Cindy L. Dickerson(904) 620-1493Cdickerson@unf.eduUniversity of South FloridaMs. Allyson L. Nixon(813) 974-9261anixon@tempest.coedu.usf.eduUniversity of West FloridaDr. Fernaundra Ferguson(850) 474-3266fferguso@uwf.eduValencia Community CollegeMs. Tanisha Carter(407) 582-5521tcarter27@valenciacc.eduTRIO PROGRAMSThe Federal TRIO Programs were established by the 1965 Higher Education Act and amended to provide counseling,basic skills development, tutoring, and information about college admission and financial aid to low-income, disabled,and first-generation college students. Full details about TRIO programs are available at:www.ed.gov/offices/OPE/HEP/trio/ or www.coenet.us. All TRIO Programs are designed to increase the number ofunderrepresented individuals earning postsecondary educational degrees. The target populations and the services varywith each program. Collectively, the programs provide services for students from grade six through the terminaldegree.Educational Opportunity Centers (Central Florida Community College, Pensacola Junior College) provideassistance in selecting a career, choosing an appropriate educational program, applying to a postsecondaryinstitution, and completing financial aid applications. This program usually serves adults who desire to pursuepostsecondary education.Educational Talent Search (Aspira of Florida, Inc., Bethune-Cookman College, Chipola College, Florida A&MUniversity, Lake-Sumter Community College, Pensacola Junior College, Polk College, Rollins College, Santa FeCollege) offers assistance to those who want to continue their educational or vocational training. Servicesprovide individual counseling, exploration of careers, assistance with admission to college or vocationaltechnicalschools, and assistance obtaining financial aid. Middle school components may offer Saturday oncampussessions or after-school tutoring and career planning. In-school clients range from grade 6 through 12;out-of-school clients include those who have completed high school or equivalency programs, veterans, andpersons who left school or postsecondary education before graduating.Ronald E. McNair Post-Baccalaureate Programs prepare low-income, first-generation college students andstudents from groups underrepresented in graduate education for doctoral study. Activities include career andpersonal counseling, mentoring, courses in research and analytical skills, and research internships. Participantsreceive assistance with graduate school admission processing and securing financial support for graduatestudies. Target students are currently enrolled in postsecondary education and have completed at least theirsophomore year. Eligible students receive stipends of approximately $2,800 during the research phase.Student Support Services provide retention and academic support services to students enrolled in host collegesand universities from the freshman year through graduation. Follow-up services and graduate school admissionassistance are provided to upper classmen. Program participants receive career, academic, and personalcounseling and are eligible for supplemental financial aid. Depending on the program design, early orientationsessions, credit-earning student development courses, academic support laboratories, and tutoring may beavailable on host college campuses.33

2009-2010 TRIO CONTACT INFORMATIONAspira of Florida, Inc.(Talent Search)Ms. Ruth Bland(305) 893-0970aspirawy@aol.comBethune-Cookman College(Student Support Services)Dr. Mary Alice Smith(386) 255-1401smithm@cookman.eduBethune-Cookman College(Talent Search)Mr. Fernando Lecuona(386) 255-1401lecuonaf@cookman.eduBrevard Community College(Student Support Services)Ms. Gail McKinley(321) 632-1111 ext. 64291McKinleyg@brevardcc.eduCentral Florida Community College(Educational Opportunity Center)Mr. Eric Lightsey(352) 854-2322 ext. 1642lightsee@cf.eduCentral Florida Community College(Student Support Services)Ms. Lisa Smith(352) 854-2322 ext. 1243smithl@cf.eduChipola College(Talent Search)Ms. Judy Riviere(850) 718-2363rivierej@chipola.eduDaytona State College(Student Support Services)Ms. Sue Hawkins(386) 947-3130hawkins@dbcc.eduDaytona State College(Upward Bound)Ms. Dora H. Giddens(386) 284-2111 ext. 8131giddend@dbcc.eduEdison College(Student Support Services)Ms. Carmen Rey(239) 489-9111crey@edison.eduEdison College(Upward Bound)Ms. Paula Dailey(239) 433-8038pdailey@edison.eduFlorida A&M UniversityAsst.Dean/TRIO DirectorDr. Dorothy Henderson(850) 599-3805dorothy.henderson@famu.eduFlorida A&M University(McNair Program)Ms. Lisa McClelland(850) 599-8401lisa.mcclell@famu.eduFlorida A&M University(Student Support Services)Ms. Linda C. Williams(850) 561-2106lindac.williams@famu.eduFlorida A&M University(Talent Search)Ms. Carolyn Hiers(850) 561-2108carolyn.hiers@famu.eduFlorida A&M University(Upward Bound)Ms. Geraldine Seay(850) 599-3055geraldine.seay@famu.eduFlorida A&M University(Upward Bound Math/Science)Mr. Errol Wilson(850) 561-2109errol.wilson@famu.eduFlorida Community College atJacksonville(Upward Bound)Ms. Ann Ivey(904) 766-4446aeivy@fccj.eduFlorida Gulf Coast University(Student Support Services)Dr. Vincent June(239) 590-7834emastrel@fgcu.eduFlorida Memorial College(Student Support Services)Ms. Argerine Williams(305) 626-3723awilliam@fmc.eduFlorida National College(Upward Bound)Ms. Angela Rodriquez(305) 226-9999arodriguez@fnc.eduFlorida International University(McNair Program)Dr. George Simms(305) 348-2446simmsg@fiu.eduFlorida International University(Student Support Services)Mr. Dorret Sawyer(305) 348-2597sawyer@fiu.eduFlorida International University(Talent Search)Pre-College Programs(305) 919-4223fiupreco@fiu.eduFlorida International University(Upward Bound)Ms. Sofia Santiesteban(305) 348-1745santiest@fiu.edu34

Florida State University(Student Support Services)Ms. Wyntress Patterson(850) 644-9699wpatterson@admin.fsu.eduFlorida State University(Upward Bound)Ms. Angela Alvarado Coleman(850) 644-3492aalvarado-coleman@admin.fsu.eduGulf Coast Community College(Student Support Services)Ms. Melissa Hagan(850) 769-1551 ext. 3526mrsak1995@aol.comHillsborough Community College(Student Support Services)Mr. Derrick Brown(813) 253-7629dbrown@hccfl.eduHillsborough Community College(Talent Search)Ms. Natalie Powell(813) 253-7059npowell@hccfl.eduIndian River State College(Student Support Services)Ms. Maribeth Craft(561) 462-4481mcraft@ircc.eduIndian River State College(Talent Search)Ms. CaSandra Benjamin-Smith(772) 462-6380csmith@ircc.eduIndian River State College(Upward Bound)Ms. Denise Bennett(772) 569-6738dbennett@ircc.eduIndian River State College(Upward Bound)Mr. Reginald Floyd(772) 462-4528rfloyd@ircc.eduJacksonville University(Upward Bound)Ms. Glori Peters(904) 745-7150gpeters@ju.eduLake-Sumter Community College(Talent Search)Mr. Reinaldo Cortes(352) 536-2107cortesr@lscc.cc.fl.usLake Sumter Community College(Upward Bound)Ms. Hillary Knepper(352) 323-3668knepperh@lscc.cc.fl.usMiami-Dade College(Veterans Upward Bound)Mr. Winthrop Samuel(305) 237-0940winthrop.samuel@mdc.eduMiami-Dade College(Educational Opportunity)Dr. Franklin Valcine(305) 237-6120franklin.valcine@mdc.eduMiami Museum of Science, Inc.(Upward Bound Math & Science)Ms. Jennifer Schooley(305) 646-4254jschooley@miamisci.orgNorth Florida Community College(Student Support Services)Ms. Nancy McClellan(850) 973-1661mcclellann@nfcc.eduNorthwest Florida State College(Veterans Upward Bound)Ms. Patricia Young(850) 729-4999youngp@owcc.netPalm Beach Community College(Educational Opportunity)Mr. Richard Marshall(561) 868-3684marshalr@pbcc.eduPalm Beach Community College(Student Support Services)Ms. Carol Bond(561) 868-3395bondc@pbcc.eduPalm Beach Community College(Talent Search)Mr. Richard Dozier(561) 868-3677dozierh@pbcc.eduPalm Beach Community College(Upward Bound)Mr. James Culver(561) 868-3072culverj@pbcc.eduPensacola Junior College(Educational Opportunity)Ms. Debi Bick(850) 484-1963dbick@pjc.eduPensacola Junior College(Student Support Services)Ms. Cindy Minor(850) 484-1817cminor@pjc.eduPensacola Junior College(Talent Search)Dr. Ann Smith(850) 484-1620asmith@pjc.eduPolk College(Student Support Services)Mr. Edward LoPresto(863) 297-1010 ext. 5139elopresto@polk.eduPolk College(Talent Search)Mr. Pete Rodriquez(863) 297-1010 ext. 5223prodriquez@polk.eduPolk College(Upward Bound)Ms. Cathy Lewis-Brim(863) 297-1010 ext. 6261clewisbrim@polk.edu35

Rollins College(Talent Search, Upward Bound)Mr. Udeth Lugo(407) 646-2282udeth@rollins.eduSanta Fe College(Student Support Services)Mr. Isaac Jones(352) 395-5067issac.jones@sfcc.eduSanta Fe College(Upward Bound)Ms. Patricia West(352) 395-5793pjamsa3@hotmail.comSanta Fe College(Talent Search)Ms. Susan Jones(352) 395-5958susan.jones@sfcc.eduSt. Petersburg College(Student Support Services)Mr. George Carbart(727) 341-3527carbartg@spjc.eduUniversity of Florida(McNair Program)Ms. Vanessa Gordon(352) 846-2575vgordon@ufl.eduUniversity of Florida(Upward Bound)Mr. Harry B. Shaw(352) 392-0788hshaw@oasis.ufl.eduUniversity of Miami(Upward Bound)Ms. Marie Grimes-Davis(305) 284-3015mdavis@miami.eduUniversity of South Florida(Student Support Services)Ms. Reba Garth(813) 974-4301rgarth@admin.usf.eduUniversity of South Florida(Upward Bound)Mr. Robert Davis(813) 974-3581rdavis@tempest.coed.usf.eduUniversity of West Florida(Student Support Services)Ms. Angela McCorvey(850) 474-3266amccorv@uwf.eduValencia Community College(Student Support Services)Mr. Harry Jernigan(407) 582-6889hjernigan@valenciacc.eduValencia Community College(Upward Bound)Mr. Fred Robinson, Jr.(407) 582-4850frobinson@valenciacc.edu36

CENTERS OF EXCELLENCEAfrican-American churches and other community-based facilities serve as supplemental learning centers to assistelementary and high school students in becoming motivated and prepared for postsecondary education. In thiscommunity-based effort, a director and small staff mobilize the community to provide academic enrichment thatincludes tutoring in basic academic skills, counseling, career exploration, and technical assistance to African-Americanand other minority students. The programs also provide training for the personnel who assist student participants. Theten Centers of Excellence currently funded are:Escambia County Center of Excellence, Pensacola;North Florida Center of Excellence, Lake City;Tallahassee Coalition Center of Excellence, Tallahassee;Gainesville/Alachua County Center of Excellence, Gainesville;Center of Excellence in Jacksonville;Center of Excellence University of Central Florida, Orlando;Hillsborough County Center of Excellence, Inc., Tampa;Pinellas County Center of Excellence, St. Petersburg;Atlantic Coast Center of Excellence, Ft. Lauderdale; andSouth Florida Center of Excellence, Miami.The centers conduct residential and/or non-residential summer and year-round enrichment programs in which studentsreceive academic support and exposure to the college setting and to the requirements for college.AMERICORPSThe Americorps Program provides individuals ages 17 and over with the opportunity to earn education awards of $4,725in exchange for full-time service of at least one year or part-time service during at least two years in an approvedprogram of community service. An individual may serve up to two terms and earn up to two education awards. Formore information, contact Americorps at 1-800-942-2677 or visit their website at www.americorps.org.37

POSTSECONDARY COUNSELING FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIESCounselors can make a big difference in the lives of students with disabilities as they move on to postsecondaryeducation. Planning for transition into postsecondary education should begin early. This planning process begins at age14 through the Transition Individual Educational Plan (TIEP) process required for students served in exceptional studenteducation (ESE) programs. Involving postsecondary personnel, particularly coordinators for students with disabilities, isan important part of the transition IEP process. Students who are not eligible for ESE but have a disability thatsignificantly impacts one of life’s activities may be eligible for a 504 accommodations plan. Unlike the IEP, the 504 planprocess does not address transition specifically. However, it is important that counselors and teachers help all studentswith disabilities understand how their special needs may be addressed at the secondary and postsecondary levels.In recent years, legislation has been enacted in an effort to improve postsecondary outcomes for students withdisabilities, including enrollment in postsecondary education or training. States are required to develop StatePerformance Plans (SPP) and submit Annual Performance Reports (APR) on associated activities and outcomes.Indicator 14 of the State Performance Plan addresses postsecondary outcomes. This indicator requires states to reporton the “percent of youth who had IEPs, are no longer in secondary school and who have been competitively employed,enrolled in some type of postsecondary education, or both, within one year of leaving high school.” The Individuals withDisabilities Education Act (IDEA) 2004 and Rule 6A-6.03028, F.A.C., require the IEP team to develop measurablepostsecondary goals based upon age-appropriate transition assessment in the areas of education or training,employment, and, where appropriate, independent living beginning at age 16. IEP teams must also develop measurableannual IEP goals and transition services that will enable the student to meet the postsecondary goals. Anotherrequirement of IDEA 2004 and Rule 6A-6.0331, F.A.C., is that districts provide the student with a summary of academicachievement and functional performance, also known as a summary of performance (SOP), which shall includerecommendations on how to assist the student in meeting the postsecondary goals. This requirement pertains tostudents exiting with a standard diploma or exceeding the age of eligibility for a free appropriate public education(FAPE). These requirements should lead to more students with disabilities accessing postsecondary education andtraining.As students begin applying to postsecondary institutions, counselors should be aware of the rights and responsibilities ofstudents with disabilities. Many state and federal laws protect students from discrimination. Section 504 and theAmericans with Disabilities Act (ADA) prohibit institutions from asking about student's disabilities prior to admission andrequire institutions to make appropriate accommodations. At the postsecondary institution, students are responsiblefor self-identifying to the disability services office and requesting accommodations and services. Students are notguaranteed the same services at the postsecondary institution as provided by the secondary school. Several examplesfollow. Personal care attendants are not provided by the college or university. Students must earn a standard highschool diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) in order to be eligible to enroll in college credit courses. Studentspursuing or obtaining a special diploma should also be aware that they are not eligible to enroll in college credit coursesat the postsecondary level; however, they may be eligible to enroll in career and technical education courses.Postsecondary institutions will often require additional documentation of a disability beyond what is accepted at thehigh school. Often, they will require that the documentation be less than three years old and specify a diagnosis. It isimportant, therefore, to encourage students to make early contact with the postsecondary institution's Office ofDisability Services to find out what documentation is required as well as what accommodations and services may beprovided.Counselors should discuss these issues with students as they formulate their college plans. Five tips for counselors toassist high school seniors include the following:Encourage the student to visit several colleges/career and technical education centers before making a finaldecision. (The student should meet with the college's office for students with disabilities or the officeresponsible for providing services to students with disabilities before going through the admissions process.38

Admissions personnel may not have complete information about how students with disabilities are supportedand accommodated.)Make sure that before the student leaves the school the IEP team invites any outside agency, such as the FloridaDivision of Vocational Rehabilitation (VR), that can help support the transition financially and professionally.Compile useful information, such as a summary of performance (SOP), including recent assessment informationand accommodations used, before the student exits high school and provide this information to the student andthe college (with the student’s permission).Make sure the student can describe his or her disability and the types of accommodations used/needed in orderto be successful in the classroom.Encourage the student to practice self-advocacy skills before entering the college program. (Goodcommunication skills, such as initiating a conversation with an instructor about accommodation needs, areessential to securing accommodations in postsecondary education.)–Adapted from David R. Johnson (High School Completion and TransitionsTeleconference, November 17, 2008)Florida Division of Vocational RehabilitationThe Florida Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) assists eligible high school students with disabilities in transitioningfrom school directly into employment or postsecondary training for employment. Students must apply for VR servicesto be determined eligible. Students should apply at age 16 if they are involved in community based work experiencesor at least two years before exiting high school. VR counselors determine students’ eligibility for services and assiststudents in developing an Individualized Plan for Employment (IPE). The students’ IPEs list the services needed toachieve an agreed upon employment outcome. VR counselors review each student’s records so that they can assist thestudent in vocational exploration and identify available resources needed to reach the student’s employment goal. TheVR Counselor may also assist postsecondary institutions in identifying the student’s additional needs to participate intraining. VR evaluates the income of eligible students to determine if they are required to share in the cost of VRservices. Some students or services will be exempt, and the student will not be required to pay toward the cost of thoseservices. VR is currently under Order of Selection, which places all eligible individuals on a prioritized waiting list basedon the significance of their disability and the VR application date. Federal law requires that individuals with the mostsignificant disabilities be served first. Anyone can make a referral to VR by contacting the local office available on the VRWeb site, www.rehabworks.org, or by calling the VR Help Line at 1-800-451-4327.Johnson ScholarshipThe Johnson Scholarship is a need-based scholarship that is available to qualified students with disabilities attending aFlorida public university. Interested students should contact the university’s financial aid office regarding the applicationprocess and deadline. The following Web site provides information on the Johnson Scholarship for students withdisabilities: http://www.flbog.edu/forstudents/ati/disabilities.php.Where Can I Learn More?Below is a list of publications and Web sites with information on postsecondary counseling, legal issues, financial aid,and resources available to students with disabilities. Many of the postsecondary institutions listed in this Handbook alsohave a designated contact person to help meet the needs of students with disabilities. If a designated contact is notlisted, call the admissions office at that institution for more information about resources available.Florida Department of Education PublicationsAccommodations and Modifications for Students with Disabilities in Career Education and Adult GeneralEducationDare to Dream for AdultsSimply Careers (Revisions scheduled for 2009-10)Diploma Decisions for Students with Disabilities: What Parents Need to Know39

For more information about Department of Education publications listed here, or for a list of publications available,contact:Clearinghouse Information CenterFlorida Department of Education325 W. Gaines Street, Room 628Tallahassee, FL 32399-0400Phone: (850) 245-0477Web site: http://www.fldoe.org/ese/clerhome.aspOther Useful PublicationsFinancial Aid for the Disabled and Their Families (2008-2010), by Gail Ann Schlachter and R. David Weber isavailable for $40 plus $5 shipping and handling from Reference Service Press, 5000 Windplay Drive, Suite 4, ElDorado Hills, CA 95762; (650) 594-0743; www.rspfunding.com.Guidance and Career Counselor’s Toolkit: Advising High School Students with Disabilities on PostsecondaryOptions may be downloaded from the HEATH Resource Center’s Online Clearinghouse on PostsecondaryEducation for Individuals with Disabilities; http://www.heath.gwu.edu/.Transition to Postsecondary Education: Strategies for Students with Disabilities (2000), by Kristine Wiest Webb.Available from PRO-ED, Inc., 8700 Shoal Creek Boulevard, Austin, Texas 78757-7633; (800) 897-3202; FAX (800)397-7633; www.proedinc.com.Transition to Postsecondary Education for Students with Disabilities (2009), by Carol Kochhar-Bryant, Diane S.Bassett, & Kristine W. Webb. Available from Corwin Press, 2455 Teller Road, Thousand Oaks, CA 91320; (800)233-9936; FAX (800) 417-2466; www.corwinpress.com.Web sitesAlexander Graham Bell Association for the Deaf: www.agbell.orgAmerican Council for the Blind: www.acb.orgAssociation on Higher Education and Disability (AHEAD): www.ahead.org/Bank of America Abilities Scholarship Program: www.scholarshipprograms.org/Bureau of Exceptional Education and Student Services, DOE: www.fldoe.org/ese/Council on Law in Higher Education (CLHE): www.clhe.org/clhe/Disability Network, Inc.: www.disabilitynetwork.com/Disability Resource Center: www.disabilityresourcecenter.org/Division of Career and Adult Education, Special Needs, DOE: www.fldoe.org/workforce/programs/spec_nds.aspDivision of Vocational Rehabilitation (VR), DOE: www.rehabworks.orgEducational Testing Service: www.ets.org/Florida Board of Governors, State University System, Services for Students with Disabilities, including UniversityStudent Disability Resource Centers: www.flbog.org/forstudents/ati/disabilities.phpFlorida Community Colleges, Disability Support Services: www.fldoe.org/cc/educators/Disability/directory.aspGoing to College: http://www.going-to-college.org/Higher Education Opportunity Act – 2008: www.ed.gov/policy/highered/leg/hea08/index.htmlInstitute on Independent Living: www.independentliving.org/Learning Disabilities Association of America: www.ldanatl.org/National Alliance for Mental Illness (NAMI): www.nami.orgNational Center on Secondary Education and Transition: www.ncset.orgNational Clearinghouse on Postsecondary Education for Individuals with Disabilities: www.heath.gwu.edu/National Institute of Mental Health: www.nimh.nih.gov/National Secondary Transition Technical Assistance Center (NSTTAC): www.nsttac.org; Postsecondary Resources:www.nsttac.org/postsecondary_resources/postsecondary_education_resources.aspx40

Office of Equity and Access (OEA), DOE: www.fldoe.org/eeop/PEPNet: www.pepnet.org/Regents Centers for Learning Disorders: www.usg.edu/academics/initiatives/cld/The International Center for Disability Resources on the Internet: www.icdri.org/The Rehabilitation Research and Training Center at the University of Hawaii at Manoa: www.rrtc.hawaii.edu/Think College: www.thinkcollege.net/41

COLLEGE CREDIT PROGRAMS FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTSFlorida provides several acceleration mechanisms that give students an opportunity to simultaneously earn high schooland college credit: Advanced Placement (AP); dual enrollment; career pathways; the International Baccalaureate (IB)Diploma Program; and the Advanced International Certificate of Education (AICE) Program. These programs areavailable free of charge or at minimal cost to the student.The Florida Department of Education’s Office of Articulation provides key advising resources for high schools, guidancecounselors, students, and parents to facilitate college readiness, seamless articulation, acceleration opportunities, andease of postsecondary transition. Guidance counselors are encouraged to carefully review the resources availableonline at the Office of Articulation website, www.fldoe.org/articulation and at www.FACTS.org. These resources provideup-to-date information to: 1) inform districts and high schools about graduate cohort performance measured by pregraduateand post-graduate indicators of "college readiness" and 2) assist guidance counselors, students, and parents inthe careful selection of courses. These resources provide information to reduce duplication of college credit, supportinformed decision-making, and guide careful and effective academic planning for postsecondary success. The Office ofArticulation provides the following key advising resources:Comparison of Florida’s Articulated Acceleration Programs, compares program elements across the dualenrollment, Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate programs, and the Advanced InternationalCertificate of Education;The Articulation Coordinating Committee (ACC) 2009 Credit-by-Exam Equivalencies reflect new exams andrevised passing scores, www.fldoe.org/articulation/pdf/ACC-CBE.pdf; andThe Dual Enrollment Course - High School Subject Area Equivalency List,www.fldoe.org/articulation/pdf/DEList.pdf, provides an annually updated list of state approved dual enrollmentcourses and credit that meet high school subject area graduation requirements. This List does not identify thehundreds of postsecondary courses that count as electives for high school graduation, such as Psychology,foreign language, or career and technical education courses. Current law allows for any course in the StatewideCourse Numbering System, with the exception of remedial courses and Physical Education skills courses, to beavailable through dual enrollment.DUAL ENROLLMENT AND EARLY ADMISSIONDual enrollment is a successful acceleration mechanism that allows high school students to pursue an advancedcurriculum related to their postsecondary interests. According to the U.S. Department of Education, college creditearned prior to high school graduation reduces the average time-to-degree and increases the likelihood of graduationfor students who participate in these programs. There is also evidence that dual enrollment improves academicperformance and educational attainment.Successful completion of dual enrollment courses allows eligible high school students to simultaneously earn high schoolcore or elective credit and postsecondary credit toward a career and technical certificate, an associate degree, or abaccalaureate degree. Through effective dual enrollment partnerships, districts can enhance curricular options availableto students, reduce class size, and strengthen relationships with the local college, university, career technical center, andindependent postsecondary institutions.The 2006 A++ legislation clarified statutory language relating to district GPA weighting requirements for dual enrollmentcourses. The legislation made a strong statement regarding the need to increase access to dual enrollment courses forall eligible students. Specifically, subsections (5) and (16) of s. 1007.271, F.S., now read:(5) Each district school board shall inform all secondary students of dual enrollment as an educationaloption and mechanism for acceleration. Students shall be informed of eligibility criteria, the option fortaking dual enrollment courses beyond the regular school year, and the minimum academic credits42

equired for graduation. District school boards shall annually assess the demand for dual enrollmentand other advanced courses, and the district school board shall consider strategies and programs tomeet that demand and include access to dual enrollment on the high school campus whenever possible.Alternative grade calculation, weighting systems, or information regarding student education optionswhich discriminates against dual enrollment courses are prohibited.(16) Beginning with students entering grade 9 in the 2006-2007 school year, school districts andcommunity colleges must weigh dual enrollment courses the same as Advanced Placement,International Baccalaureate, and Advanced International Certificate of Education courses when gradepoint averages are calculated. Alternative grade calculation or weighting systems that discriminateagainst dual enrollment courses are prohibited.As the emphasis on career planning increases, more students are encouraged to select an advanced curriculum thataligns with postsecondary goals. Pursuant to section 1003.428, F.S., students entering high school in the 2007-2008 yearand thereafter must satisfy the revised requirements for high school graduation, which includes earning four credits in aMajor Area of Interest. Through collaborative partnerships between school districts and local postsecondaryinstitutions, dual enrollment courses will continue to provide options for students to accelerate and pursue advancedcoursework in academic areas and in Major Areas of Interest. With hundreds of dual enrollment courses available, thereis great potential to further engage and motivate students to pursue academically rigorous courses that capture theirinterests. Student advisement should focus on individual student needs to ensure continued success. Guidancecounselors play an important role in communicating accurate information to students and parents, fostering a positiveunderstanding of the merits of dual enrollment, and developing collaborative relationships with college advisors andpeers.Frequently Asked Questions1. What is dual enrollment?Dual enrollment is an acceleration program that allows high school students to simultaneously earn credit towardhigh school completion and a career certificate, or an associate or baccalaureate degree at a Florida publicpostsecondary institution.2. What is early admission?Early admission is a form of dual enrollment permitting high school students to enroll in college or career courses ona full-time basis on a university, college or technical center campus. As with all dual enrollment programs, studentsearn both high school and college/career credits for courses completed. Participation in the career early admissionprogram shall be limited to students who have completed a minimum of 6 semesters of full-time secondaryenrollment, including studies undertaken in the ninth grade.3. Who is eligible for dual enrollment courses?Students must meet the following eligibility criteria:Enrollment in a Florida public or nonpublic secondary school, or in a home education program;Have a 3.0 unweighted grade point average to enroll in college credit courses, or a 2.0 unweighted gradepoint average to enroll in career certificate courses;Pass the appropriate section of the college placement test; andMeet any additional admission criteria specified by the postsecondary institution in the districtInterinstitutional Articulation Agreement.4. What courses are available for students to take through dual enrollment?There are hundreds of rigorous courses available to students through dual enrollment. The Bright FuturesComprehensive Course Table, https://www.osfaffelp.org/bfiehs/fnbpcm02_CCTMain.aspx, lists dual enrollmentcourses by academic core areas and career and technical program areas. Approved by the Articulation Coordinating43

Committee and the State Board of Education, the Dual Enrollment Course-High School Subject Area Equivalency List,www.fldoe.org/articulation/pdf/DEList.pdf, provides dual enrollment courses and credits that satisfy subject arearequirements for high school graduation. The List is also posted on FACTS.org, under Counselors & Educators>College Credit Programs & Exams. The FACTS.org ePEP student academic planner provides a comprehensive list ofthe dual enrollment courses offered throughout the state within the drop down course selection menu. Any dualenrollment course not on the equivalency list must count, at a minimum, as an elective toward high schoolgraduation. However, districts are not prohibited from granting subject area credit for those courses not includedon the list, if appropriate. Many dual enrollment elective courses not on the List serve to increase the curricularoptions available to students when choosing courses for the newly required Major Areas of Interest. *Note:Remedial and Physical Education skills courses are not available for dual enrollment.5. Can dual enrollment courses satisfy requirements for high school Major Areas of Interest?Yes. Districts have been advised to approve appropriate dual enrollment courses for credit in Major Areas ofInterest. High school counselors are encouraged to continue to advise eligible students about dual enrollmentopportunities for college and career credit, and include course options that will satisfy credits needed for a highschool Major Area of Interest.6. When and where are dual enrollment courses taught?Pursuant to s. 1007.271, F.S., students eligible for dual enrollment shall be permitted to enroll in dual enrollmentcourses conducted during school hours, after school hours, and during the summer term. Dual enrollment coursescan be offered on the high school campus or the local career and technical education center, college, stateuniversity, or eligible private postsecondary institution. In 2006, House Bill 7087, commonly known as the A++Secondary Redesign Act, included language that requires district school boards to include access to dual enrollmentcourses on the high school campus whenever possible.7. Can a student take dual enrollment courses beyond the 24 credits required for high school graduation?Yes. If a student is permitted to earn high school courses/credits beyond the 24 credits required for graduation,then the student participating in dual enrollment must be permitted to earn more than 24 credits toward highschool completion through participation in dual enrollment courses. Similarly, if a student who completes 24 creditsmid-year (December) has the option to graduate early, then the dual enrollment student must have the sameoption.8. Are dual enrollment courses considered rigorous?Postsecondary curriculum taught through college credit instruction or career credit courses is rigorous. All facultymust meet qualification standards to teach college-level courses. Eligible students must demonstrate collegereadiness demonstrated by GPA and college placement exam scores.9. How are dual enrollment courses weighted by the public school district?Beginning with students entering grade nine in the 2006-07 school year, the revised language for s. 1007.271(16),F.S., requires districts to "weigh dual enrollment courses the same as Advanced Placement, InternationalBaccalaureate, and Advanced International Certificate of Education courses when grade point averages arecalculated. Alternative grade calculation, weighting systems, or information regarding student education optionswhich discriminate against dual enrollment courses are prohibited." The 2006 Legislature also specified that, "forthe purpose of class ranking, district school boards may exercise a weighted grading system pursuant to s.1007.271,F.S." This new provision relating to GPA weighting applies to all dual enrollment courses, including career educationcourses.10. How are dual enrollment courses weighted by state universities for admissions?Beginning with students admitted Summer Semester 2009, Florida Board of Governors Regulation 6.006(5)mandates that dual enrollment courses that meet core state university admission requirements in English/Language44

Arts, Mathematics, Natural Sciences, Social Sciences, or Foreign Languages (as specified in Board of GovernorsRegulation 6.002(6)(a)(1)) shall receive the same weighting as Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate,and Advanced International Certificate of Education courses in the calculation of the high school grade point averageused for admission decisions.11. Who pays the college tuition for dual enrollment courses?Eligible public school students are exempt from registration, matriculation, or laboratory fees for courses takenthrough dual enrollment. Tuition is waived.12. Who pays for textbooks?Section 1007.271, F.S., specifies "Instructional materials assigned for use within dual enrollment courses shall bemade available to students from Florida public high schools free of charge." Early admission, listed in subsection (7),represents full-time dual enrollment, and the same statutory provisions apply. Students enrolled in home educationprograms or nonpublic secondary schools must provide their own instructional materials. Instructional materialspurchased by a district school board or community college board of trustees on behalf of dual enrollment studentsshall be the property of the board against which the purchase is charged. Students may be responsible for materialsthat become the property of the individual student, such as an electronic license fee.13. Do school districts generate full time equivalent (FTE) funding for students in dual enrollment courses?Section 1011.62(1)(i), F.S., was modified by the 2008 Legislature to read: “Instructional time for dual enrollmentmay vary from 900 hours; however, the school district may only report the student for a maximum of 1.0 full-timeequivalent student membership, as provided in s. 1011.61(4), F.S. Dual enrollment full-time equivalent studentmembership shall be calculated in an amount equal to the hours of instruction that would be necessary to earn thefull-time equivalent student membership for an equivalent course if it were taught in the school district.”Therefore, for a six-period day, a dual enrollment course would be reported as 75 membership hours; and on a blockschedule, a dual enrollment course would be reported as 90 membership hours.14. Why are dual enrollment courses not listed in the Course Code Directory?Dual enrollment courses are postsecondary courses identified with a prefix and number by the Statewide CourseNumbering System (SCNS). The SCNS course number and title used by the public postsecondary institution for dualenrollment in an area career and technical center, college, or state university course must be recorded in thestudent's school district records and reported by the district to the Department of Education's high school transcriptdatabase (s. 1011.62(1), F.S.).15. When a student withdraws from a dual enrollment course, what procedures should the high school follow forentering course credit and grades to the high school transcript?The postsecondary institution records dual enrollment courses and grades to the official postsecondary transcriptand provides end-of-term grade reports. The postsecondary institution specifies dates by which students arepermitted to drop a course without penalty, known as "drop/add". If a student drops within this approvedtimeframe, the dual enrollment course is not recorded to the postsecondary transcript. If the student withdrawsafter the college "drop-add" deadline, the postsecondary transcript will indicate a "W" or an "F" code for thecourse(s), depending on the date of withdrawal during the term. Section 1007.235(12), F.S., was added by the 2008Legislature to ensure the district interinstitutional articulation agreement included provisions for:12. An identification of the responsibility of the postsecondary educational institution for assigning lettergrades for dual enrollment courses and the responsibility of school districts for posting dual enrollmentcourse grades to the high school transcript as assigned by the postsecondary institution awarding the credit.45

State Board Rule 6A-1.09941, F.A.C., State Uniform Transfer of High School Credits, establishes uniform proceduresrelated to the high school’s acceptance of transfer credit for students in Florida’s public schools.(1) Credits and grades earned and offered for acceptance shall be based on official transcripts and shall beaccepted at face value subject to validation if required by the receiving school’s accreditation....Public high schools must accept dual enrollment course grades from the public postsecondary institution’s officialcollege transcript at "face value," and enter the SCNS course prefix/number and grade, including a "W" code to thehigh school transcript.High schools may not change or modify postsecondary transcript grades, or change a "W" withdrawal code to an"F" grade on the high school transcript. The following provides guidance related to FASTER transcript instructions:If the high school student withdraws from a college course by the college "drop-add" deadline and thepostsecondary transcript does not reflect a course or grade, the high school can enter "NG" for "No GradeAssigned" or omit the entry of the postsecondary course to the high school transcript.If a student withdraws from a dual enrollment course and the postsecondary institution coded thewithdrawal with a "W" code, the high school must enter a "W" code for the dual enrollment course to thehigh school transcript. A new code will be created to allow the entry of a "W" to the high school transcript,specific to dual enrollment courses. This new code is reported in the updated FASTER User Manual.Preliminary AdvisingHigh school students must demonstrate "college readiness" in order to participate in the dual enrollment programby passing college placement exams, earning a qualifying high school GPA, and obtaining approval from the highschool. During the advising process, it is important to share with both the parent and the student the consequencesof poor performance or course withdrawal. High schools should make every effort to accommodate returningseniors who have withdrawn from a dual enrollment course to allow the student to recover the credit needed forgraduation through courses on the high school campus or through the Florida Virtual School. Key advising pointsmay include:Students who withdraw from the dual enrollment course(s) must immediately notify the high schoolcounselor in order to facilitate appropriate high school course placement decisions.Students must follow the college protocol for course withdrawal to minimize the reporting of negativeinformation to the postsecondary transcript.Students who withdraw from dual enrollment courses are subject to the limitations of midterm high schoolcourse availability and must consider the potential impact on meeting graduation requirements.16. What course number should be entered for postsecondary courses completed from eligible private colleges,independent universities, or out-of-state postsecondary institutions?Postsecondary credit earned from private, independent, and out-of-state postsecondary institutions is recorded tothe postsecondary transcript. Students should be advised to submit a copy of the private, independent, or out-ofstatepostsecondary transcript for high school transfer of credit. After reviewing the postsecondary transcript,counselors must determine the appropriate content area for which the dual enrollment course may satisfy highschool subject area credit and enter the course codes as described in the following instructions. The codinginformation is further explained in the Bright Futures Comprehensive Course Table within the "Spcl Case" hypertextin the "Dup Crse" column.Private College Dual Enrollment CoursesCourse code "ZZZ9999" is provided for schools to report dual enrollment credits earned at private colleges oruniversities. Except in the case of science credits (see the two special cases that follow), there is no limit on the46

number of private college courses for which this code can be used. To distinguish between two courses using the"ZZZ9999" code, enter the course name under "Local Course Title" (Bright Futures on-line system) or in the "CourseTitle, Abbreviated" field (FASTER electronic transcript system), and specify the subject area in which the courseshould be used.Private College Dual Enrollment Science Courses with LabsThe maximum credit awarded for a dual enrollment science course taken at a private college or university will belimited to 0.5 credits, because there is no "ZZZL999" course code to record the lab course required to earn a full 1.0credit. If code "ZZZ9999" is used, and a school needs to report a full 1.0 science credit for a student completing adual enrollment science course with a lab at a private college or university, the school should assign course code"ZZZC99A." If the school needs to similarly report a second course for a full credit, the school must use code"ZZZC99B" and code "ZZZC99C" for a third such course. Note: Three course codes have been provided to recordscience graduation requirements completed through private college dual enrollment science courses for 1.0 crediteach.Private College Dual Enrollment Science Courses without LabsCode "ZZZ9999" can be used to report a dual enrollment science course taken at a private college or universitywhere the course did not have a lab component (lecture only). If more than one such lecture-only course needs tobe reported, the following course codes can be used: "ZZZ999D", "ZZZ999E", "ZZZ999F", "ZZZ999G", and "ZZZ999H."These courses shall be awarded a maximum of 0.5 credit each. Note: Five course codes are provided to record all ofthe science graduation requirements completed through private college dual enrollment science lecture courses (0.5credit each).17. What course codes apply for dual enrollment Science courses taken with a separate lecture and lab, and how doesBright Futures calculate the lab grade and credit?The Bright Futures Comprehensive Course Table (CCT) provides an explanation of the award of credit for thedifferent combinations of science lecture and lab courses. In June 2006, the Office of Articulation, upon therecommendation from the Standing Committee for Postsecondary Transition, amended the identification of a dualenrollment science "corresponding lab" as a lab course with the same three-character prefix as the lecture course.Previously, both the three-character prefix and the three-digit number of the lecture and lab courses needed tocorrespond. This revision allowed for a corresponding prefix, rather than an exact course number, to match thelecture course and signify 1.0 credit for the Bright Futures calculation. This change was retroactive to the 2005-06academic year and effective for the summer 2006 evaluations. See the example below:CHMC045= 1.0 creditCHM1045 and CHML045 = 1.0 creditCHM1045 (with no lab) = 0.5 creditCHML045 (with no course) = 0.0 creditCHM1045 and CHML211 = 1.0 creditCHM1045 and a non-CHM lab = 0.5 credit18. What dual enrollment courses count toward a Bright Futures Scholarship?The Bright Futures Comprehensive Course Table (CCT), http://nwrdc.fsu.edu/fnbpcm02, lists all courses consideredfor state scholarships. To locate the dual enrollment courses on the CCT, scroll down below the red text heading ofeach subject area list. The CCT provides an online advising resource for identifying courses weighted for BrightFutures Scholarship consideration. The CCT also indicates which of the dual enrollment courses count as a "core"course considered by the State University System (SUS) for admission purposes.19. Will dual enrollment courses transfer to other colleges and universities?Florida dual enrollment college credit will transfer to any Florida public college or university offering the SCNSstatewide course number and must be treated as though taken at the receiving institution. However, the47

application of transfer credit to general education, prerequisite, and degree programs may vary at the receivinginstitution. Private and out-of-state colleges and universities may or may not grant college credit for courses takenthrough dual enrollment. Transfer policies are at the discretion of the individual institutions.20. Is dual enrollment right for everyone?The dual enrollment program provides an opportunity for students to take challenging courses and accelerateeducation opportunities. Students who successfully complete dual enrollment courses will save time toward thecollege degree and save money with free tuition and textbooks. Students should understand, however, that dualenrollment courses are college level courses and the amount of work necessary to succeed in dual enrollmentcourses may be much greater than in high school courses. In addition, dual enrollment course grades become a partof a student’s permanent college transcript and are calculated into the student’s permanent postsecondary GPA. Itis important to do well in these courses to realize the benefits of dual enrollment.21. How can school districts expand curricular options available to students via dual enrollment?Section 1007.235, F.S., describes the required elements that must be included in the district InterinstitutionalArticulation Agreements that are jointly developed for dual enrollment programs. Through updating the annualInterinstitutional Articulation Agreement with postsecondary institutions, school districts can increase the numberof dual enrollment courses available to students. For example, the A++ legislation specifically encourages schooldistricts to offer dual enrollment courses on the high school campus. The community college or university mayshare faculty members to teach a dual enrollment course on the high school campus or a high school teacher withthe appropriate credentials may teach a postsecondary level course at the high school.For a copy of the Interinstitutional Articulation Agreement template or information relating to the dual enrollmentprogram, please contact:Dr. Heather SherryFlorida Department of Education, Office of ArticulationHeather.Sherry@fldoe.org(850) 245-0427DUAL ENROLLMENT COURSE –HIGH SCHOOL SUBJECT AREA EQUIVALENCY LIST- LAST UPDATED JULY 2008The following list presents postsecondary courses taken through dual enrollment that will satisfy high school subjectarea graduation requirements. Two asterisks (**) signify that all community colleges and universities offer or acceptthis course in transfer as part of their general education (GE) requirement. PSY X012 “Introduction to Psychology” isalso offered or accepted by all institutions as a part of their general education programs, but is a high school elective,and therefore not included on this list.Note: Public postsecondary courses in Florida are considered equal in content if the three-letter prefix and the last threedigits in the four-digit number are the same. They may have different titles, or the first digit of the course number maybe different at different postsecondary institutions; however, if the prefix and last three digits are the same, they areconsidered to be the same course. For example, if you want to find AMH 1050, "American Experience: Institutions andValues" at Tallahassee Community College, look at the list below for AMH X050. Even though the title listed is slightlydifferent, it is considered to be the same course.ELECTIVESCurrent law allows for any course in the Statewide Course Numbering System, with the exception of remedial coursesand Physical Education skills courses, to be offered as dual enrollment. Three-credit (or equivalent) postsecondarycourses taken through dual enrollment that are not listed below shall be awarded 0.5 high school credits, either as anelective or as designated in the local interinstitutional articulation agreement.48

FOREIGN LANGUAGE COURSESAll four-credit foreign language courses (including American Sign Language) shall be awarded one full high school credit.ENGLISHPOSTSECONDARY COURSE COMPLETED THROUGH DUAL ENROLLMENTHIGH SCHOOLGRADUATION SUBJECTAREA REQUIREMENTSATISFIEDHIGH SCHOOLCREDITAWARDEDAML X 000 Survey of American Literature English 0.5AML X 001 Introduction to American Folklore English 0.5AML X 010 American Literature I: Colonial to the Civil War English 1.0AML X 011 American Literature I: Colonial to 1875 English 1.0AML X 012 American Literature I: Colonial to 1900 English 1.0AML X 020 American Literature II: Civil War to Present English 1.0AML X 021 American Literature II: 1875 to Present English 1.0AML X 022 American Literature II: 1900 to Present English 1.0 **AML X 023 American Literature: 1900 to the Present English 1.0AML X 050 Modern American Literature English 0.5AML X 070 Survey of American Literature English 0.5AML X 300 Major American Authors English 0.5AML X 301 Studies in Individual American Authors English 1.0AML X 410 Issues in American Literature and Culture English 0.5ENC X 101 Freshman Composition Skills I English 1.0 **ENC X 102 Freshman Composition Skills II English 1.0 **ENC X 107 Advanced College Writing English 1.0ENC X 121 Honors Freshman Composition Skills I English 1.0ENC X 122 Honors Freshman Composition Skills II English 1.0ENC X 123 Honors Introduction to Writing English 1.0ENC X 133 Library Research and Writing English 0.5ENC X 135 Argument and Persuasion (Non-Gordon) English 0.5ENC X 141 Writing About Literature English 1.0ENC X 144 Freshman Article and Essay Workshop English 0.5ENC X 145 Freshman Special Topics Composition English 1.0ENC X 210 Technical Report Writing English 0.5ENC X 300 Intermediate Composition English 1.0ENC X 301 Advanced Composition English 1.0ENC X 302 Advanced Composition II English 1.0ENC X 305 Topics in Advanced Composition English 1.0ENC X 321 Advanced Composition English 1.0ENG X 012 Approaches to Literary Criticism English 0.5ENL X 000 British Literature Survey: Comprehensive English 1.0ENL X 010 English Literature to 1660 English 1.0ENL X 011 English Literature to 1750 English 1.0ENL X 012 English Literature to 1798 English 1.0ENL X 020 English Literature since 1660 English 1.0ENL X 021 English Literature since 1750 English 1.0ENL X 022 English Literature since 1798 English 1.0ENL X 230 Restoration and 18th Century Literature English 0.5ENL X 251 Victorian and Edwardian Literature English 0.5ENL X 273 Modern British Literature English 0.5ENL X 280 Contemporary British Literature English 0.5LIN X 670 Writing and Grammar English 0.5LIN X 742 English Grammar and Style English 0.5LIT X 000 Introduction to Literature English 1.0LIT X 081 Introduction to Modern Literature English 1.0LIT X 090 Contemporary Literature English 0.5GE49

POSTSECONDARY COURSE COMPLETED THROUGH DUAL ENROLLMENTHIGH SCHOOLGRADUATION SUBJECTAREA REQUIREMENTSATISFIEDHIGH SCHOOLCREDITAWARDEDLIT X 100 World Literature English 1.0LIT X 110 World Literature through Renaissance English 1.0LIT X 118 Honors World Literature I English 1.0LIT X 120 World Literature since Renaissance English 1.0LIT X 128 Honors World Literature II English 1.0GEMATHEMATICSPOSTSECONDARY COURSE COMPLETED THROUGH DUAL ENROLLMENT50HIGH SCHOOLGRADUATION SUBJECTAREA REQUIREMENTSATISFIEDHIGH SCHOOLCREDITAWARDEDMAA X 102 Advanced Multivariable Calculus I Mathematics 1.0MAC X 105 College Algebra Mathematics 1.0 **MAC X 106 Combined College Algebra/Pre-Calculus Mathematics 1.0MAC X 107 College Algebra II Mathematics 1.0MAC X 114 Trigonometry Mathematics 1.0 **MAC X 133 College Algebra and Trig. II Mathematics 1.0MAC X 140 Pre-calculus Algebra Mathematics 1.0 **MAC X 145 Pre-calculus Math Mathematics 1.0MAC X 147 Pre-calculus Algebra/Trigonometry Mathematics 1.0 **MAC X 154 Analytic Geometry Mathematics 1.0MAC X 223 Calculus For Architecture I Mathematics 1.0MAC X 233 Calculus For Business I Mathematics 1.0 **MAC X 234 Calculus For Business & Soc. Science II Mathematics 1.0MAC X 241 Life Science Calculus I Mathematics 1.0MAC X 242 Life Science Calculus II Mathematics 1.0MAC X 253 Calculus For Engineering Technology I Mathematics 1.0MAC X 254 Calc. For Engineering Technology II Mathematics 1.0MAC X 281 Engineering Calculus I Mathematics 1.0MAC X 282 Engineering Calculus II Mathematics 1.0MAC X 283 Engineering Calculus III Mathematics 1.0MAC X 300 Calculus Mathematics 1.0MAC X 311 Calculus I Mathematics 1.0 **MAC X 312 Calculus II Mathematics 1.0 **MAC X 313 Calculus III Mathematics 1.0 **MAC X 331 Integrated Math I Mathematics 1.0MAC X 332 Integrated Math II Mathematics 1.0MAC X 333 Integrated Math III Mathematics 1.0MAC X 334 Integrated Math IV Mathematics 1.0MAC X 421 Calculus with Differential Equations I Mathematics 1.0MAC X 422 Calculus with Differential Equations II Mathematics 1.0MAC X 423 Calculus with Differential Equations III Mathematics 1.0MAC X 472 Honors Calculus I Mathematics 1.0MAC X 473 Honors Calculus II Mathematics 1.0MAC X 474 Honors Calculus III Mathematics 1.0MAD X 100 Applications-Oriented Algebra Mathematics 1.0MAD X 104 Discrete Mathematics Mathematics 1.0MAD X 401 Numerical Analysis Mathematics 1.0MAP X 302 Differential Equations Mathematics 1.0 **MAP X 401 Advanced Differential Equations Mathematics 1.0MAS X 103 Linear Algebra Mathematics 1.0MAS X 105 Linear Algebra Mathematics 1.0GE

POSTSECONDARY COURSE COMPLETED THROUGH DUAL ENROLLMENTHIGH SCHOOLGRADUATION SUBJECTAREA REQUIREMENTSATISFIEDHIGH SCHOOLCREDITAWARDEDMAS X 106 Linear Algebra I Mathematics 1.0MAS X 121 Linear Operations and Differential Equations Mathematics 1.0MAS X 300 Numbers and Polynomials Mathematics 1.0MAT X 033 Intermediate Algebra Mathematics 0.5MGF X 106 Liberal Arts Mathematics I Mathematics 1.0 **MGF X 107 Liberal Arts Mathematics II Mathematics 1.0 **MGF X 108 Honors Mathematical Ideas & Explorations Mathematics 1.0MGF X 111 Geometry And Measurement Mathematics 1.0MGF X 112 Informal Logic Mathematics 1.0MGF X 113 Mathematics For Teachers I Mathematics 1.0MGF X 114 Mathematics For Teacher II Mathematics 1.0MGF X 120 Basic Probability (L) Mathematics 1.0MGF X 131 Software Solutions for Mathematics Mathematics 1.0MGF X 210 Finite Mathematics Mathematics 1.0MGF X 214 Finite Math-Taught Through Environment Mathematics 1.0MHF X 300 Elementary Mathematical Logic Mathematics 1.0MTG X 204 Informal Geometry Mathematics 1.0MTG X 206 College Geometry Mathematics 1.0MTG X 212 College Geometry Mathematics 1.0QMB X 100 Basic Business Statistics Mathematics 1.0STA X 013 Basic Descript. & Inferential Statistics Mathematics 1.0STA X 014 Descriptive and Inferential Statistics Mathematics 1.0STA X 021 Intro to Statistics and Probability Mathematics 1.0STA X 022 Basic Statistics Mathematics 1.0STA X 023 Statistical Methods I Mathematics 1.0STA X 037 Statistics with Calculus Mathematics 1.0STA X 122 Statistical Applications in Social Science I Mathematics 1.0GEPERFORMING/FINE ARTSSubject area credit in Performing/Fine Arts is awarded for approved courses regardless of whether a lab is taken withthe course. All performing fine arts courses must be taken for 3 or more college credit hours in order to beguaranteed 0.5 high school credits.POSTSECONDARY COURSE COMPLETED THROUGH DUAL ENROLLMENTHIGH SCHOOLGRADUATION SUBJECTAREA REQUIREMENTSATISFIEDHIGH SCHOOLCREDITAWARDEDARC X 301 Architectural Design I Performing Fine Arts 0.5ARC X 701 Architectural Development Performing Fine Arts 0.5ARH X 000 Art Appreciation Performing Fine Arts 0.5ARH X 002 The Artistic Experience Performing Fine Arts 0.5ARH X 003 Purposes of Art Performing Fine Arts 0.5ARH X 006 History of Visual Ideas I Performing Fine Arts 0.5ARH X 010 Introduction to Art History Performing Fine Arts 0.5ARH X 050 Art History I Performing Fine Arts 0.5ARH X 051 Art History II Performing Fine Arts 0.5ARH X 052 Introduction to Art History III Performing Fine Arts 0.5ARH X 060 The History of Architecture Performing Fine Arts 0.5ARH X 402 Art History 3 Performing Fine Arts 0.5ARH X 411 Art History: Modern Art Performing Fine Arts 0.5ARH X 500 Introduction To Non-Western Art Performing Fine Arts 0.5GE51

POSTSECONDARY COURSE COMPLETED THROUGH DUAL ENROLLMENTHIGH SCHOOLGRADUATION SUBJECTAREA REQUIREMENTSATISFIEDHIGH SCHOOLCREDITAWARDEDART X 001 Studio Art For Non-majors Performing Fine Arts 0.5ART X 003 Studio Art For Majors Performing Fine Arts 0.5ART X 100 Crafts I Performing Fine Arts 0.5ART X 110 Ceramics I Performing Fine Arts 0.5ART X 111 Ceramics II Performing Fine Arts 0.5ART X 130 Fabric/Fiber I, Lower Performing Fine Arts 0.5ART X 150 Metals I, Lower Performing Fine Arts 0.5ART X 162 Wood, Metal, and Plastics Performing Fine Arts 0.5ART X 181 Stained Glass Performing Fine Arts 0.5ART X 201 Design I Performing Fine Arts 0.5ART X 202 Design II, Lower (2-D) Performing Fine Arts 0.5ART X 203 Design III Performing Fine Arts 0.5ART X 205 Color and Composition Performing Fine Arts 0.5ART X 220 Form and Space Performing Fine Arts 0.5ART X 230 Communication Design I Performing Fine Arts 0.5ART X 253 Illustration I Performing Fine Arts 0.5ART X 280 Serial Content & Classic Form I Performing Fine Arts 0.5ART X 300 Drawing I Performing Fine Arts 0.5ART X 301 Drawing II Performing Fine Arts 0.5ART X 302 Drawing III Performing Fine Arts 0.5ART X 310 Drawing I, Upper Performing Fine Arts 0.5ART X 330 Drawing Performing Fine Arts 0.5ART X 332 Figure Drawing I, Upper Performing Fine Arts 0.5ART X 340 Beginning Illustrations Performing Fine Arts 0.5ART X 375 Drawing Performing Fine Arts 0.5ART X 400 Printmaking I Performing Fine Arts 0.5ART X 401 Printmaking II Performing Fine Arts 0.5ART X 500 Painting I Performing Fine Arts 0.5ART X 501 Painting II Performing Fine Arts 0.5ART X 502 Painting III Performing Fine Arts 0.5ART X 503 Painting IV Performing Fine Arts 0.5ART X 510 Painting I Performing Fine Arts 0.5ART X 520 Advanced Painting Performing Fine Arts 0.5ART X 600 Electronic Media I Performing Fine Arts 0.5ART X 601 Electronic Media II Performing Fine Arts 0.5ART X 602 Digital Imaging Performing Fine Arts 0.5ART X 613 Electronic Media IV Performing Fine Arts 0.5ART X 701 Sculpture I Performing Fine Arts 0.5ART X 702 Sculpture II Performing Fine Arts 0.5ART X 703 Sculpture II (Alternate Number) Performing Fine Arts 0.5ART X 710 Advanced Sculpture Performing Fine Arts 0.5ART X 750 Ceramics I Performing Fine Arts 0.5ART X 751 Ceramics II Performing Fine Arts 0.5ART X 752 Wheel Throwing I Performing Fine Arts 0.5ART X 759 Ceramic Studio I Performing Fine Arts 0.5ART X 760 Ceramics I Performing Fine Arts 0.5ART X 761 Ceramics II Performing Fine Arts 0.5ART X 768 Ceramic Sculpture Performing Fine Arts 0.5ART X 802 Art Workshop: Research and Practice Performing Fine Arts 0.5ART X 803 Art Workshop: Research and Practice Performing Fine Arts 0.5ART X 820 Visual Thinking Performing Fine Arts 0.5DAA X 100 Modern Dance I Performing Fine Arts 0.5DAA X 101 Basic Contemporary Dance Performing Fine Arts 0.5GE52

POSTSECONDARY COURSE COMPLETED THROUGH DUAL ENROLLMENTHIGH SCHOOLGRADUATION SUBJECTAREA REQUIREMENTSATISFIEDHIGH SCHOOLCREDITAWARDEDDAA X 102 Contemporary/Modern Dance III For Non-Majors (L) Performing Fine Arts 0.5DAA X 104 Contemporary Dance I Performing Fine Arts 0.5DAA X 200 Ballet Performing Fine Arts 0.5DAA X 201 Ballet II For Non-Majors (L) Performing Fine Arts 0.5DAN X 100 Introduction to Dance Performing Fine Arts 0.5DAN X 600 Music and Dance (Single Course) (L) Performing Fine Arts 0.5DAN X 757 Pilates Technique for the Dancer Performing Fine Arts 0.5DIG X 115 Digital Imaging Performing Fine Arts 0.5FIL X 000 Introduction to Film Studies Performing Fine Arts 0.5FIL X 001 Introduction to Film Production Performing Fine Arts 0.5FIL X 002 Appreciation of Film I Performing Fine Arts 0.5FIL X 030 History of Motion Pictures Performing Fine Arts 0.5FIL X 031 History of Film I Performing Fine Arts 0.5FIL X 100 Screen Writing Performing Fine Arts 0.5FIL X 200 Film Production Performing Fine Arts 0.5FIL X 400 History of Motion Pictures Performing Fine Arts 0.5FIL X 420 Introduction to Film Production I (L) Performing Fine Arts 0.5FIL X 423 Filmmaking I (L) Performing Fine Arts 0.5FIL X 506 Critical Methods Performing Fine Arts 0.5GRA X 101 Graphic Design For Non-Majors Performing Fine Arts 0.5GRA X 111 Graphic Design I Performing Fine Arts 0.5GRA X 122 Desktop Publishing Performing Fine Arts 0.5GRA X 151 Computer Graphics I Performing Fine Arts 0.5GRA X 152 Computer Graphics II Performing Fine Arts 0.5GRA X 190 Graphics Design I Performing Fine Arts 0.5GRA X 191 Graphics Design II Performing Fine Arts 0.5GRA X 500 Introduction to Graphic Arts Performing Fine Arts 0.5GRA X 543 Graphic Design Performing Fine Arts 0.5GRA X 740 Presentations Performing Fine Arts 0.5GRA X 743 Commercial Illustration Performing Fine Arts 0.5GRA X 802 Computer Graphics for Artists Performing Fine Arts 0.5MUE X 290 Music Skills – Non-music Majors Performing Fine Arts 0.5MUH X 011 Music Appreciation I Performing Fine Arts 0.5MUH X 012 Intro To Music History-Apprec II Performing Fine Arts 0.5MUH X 017 Contemporary Jazz Performing Fine Arts 0.5MUH X 018 Jazz History and Appreciation Performing Fine Arts 0.5MUH X 051 Music/Tribal & Folk Cultures-Non-major Performing Fine Arts 0.5MUH X 052 Contemporary Music Cultures Performing Fine Arts 0.5MUH X 110 Introduction to Music History & Lit Performing Fine Arts 0.5MUH X 111 Introduction to Music History I Performing Fine Arts 0.5MUH X 112 Introduction to Music History Performing Fine Arts 0.5MUH X 371 20 th Century Music Performing Fine Arts 0.5MUH X 632 Music in the United States Performing Fine Arts 0.5MUL X 010 Music Appreciation Performing Fine Arts 0.5MUL X 110 Survey of Music Literature Performing Fine Arts 0.5MUL X 111 Intro to Music Lit I (Music Majors) Performing Fine Arts 0.5MUL X 112 Intro to Music Lit II (Music Majors) Performing Fine Arts 0.5MUL X 380 Jazz and Popular Music In America Performing Fine Arts 0.5MUM X 600 Recording Techniques Performing Fine Arts 0.5MUN X 310 College Chorus Performing Fine Arts 0.5MUN X 340 Chamber Singers Performing Fine Arts 0.5MUN X 450 Piano Ensemble Performing Fine Arts 0.5MUS X 360 Music and Computers Performing Fine Arts 0.5GE53

POSTSECONDARY COURSE COMPLETED THROUGH DUAL ENROLLMENTHIGH SCHOOLGRADUATION SUBJECTAREA REQUIREMENTSATISFIEDHIGH SCHOOLCREDITAWARDEDMUS X 550 Music Technology Performing Fine Arts 0.5MUT X 001 Fundamentals of Music Performing Fine Arts 0.5MUT X 011 Music Theory for Non-majors Performing Fine Arts 0.5MUT X 111 Music Theory I Performing Fine Arts 0.5MUT X 112 Music Theory II Performing Fine Arts 0.5MUT X 116 2nd Yr Music Theory I Performing Fine Arts 0.5MUT X 117 2nd Yr Music Theory II Performing Fine Arts 0.5MUT X 121 Music Theory I Performing Fine Arts 0.5MUT X 122 Music Theory II Performing Fine Arts 0.5MUT X 126 Music Theory III Performing Fine Arts 0.5MUT X 127 Music Theory IV Performing Fine Arts 0.5PGY X 100 Basic Photography for Non-majors Performing Fine Arts 0.5PGY X 102 Photography II for Non-majors Performing Fine Arts 0.5PGY X 103 Photography Techniques - As Only Performing Fine Arts 0.5PGY X 400 Principles of Photography - As Only Performing Fine Arts 0.5PGY X 401 Photography I for Majors Performing Fine Arts 0.5PGY X 410 Photography II Performing Fine Arts 0.5PGY X 420 Advanced B&W Photography Performing Fine Arts 0.5PGY X 750 Introduction to Video Art Performing Fine Arts 0.5PGY X 801 Digital Photography I Performing Fine Arts 0.5PGY X 802 Digital Photography II Performing Fine Arts 0.5PGY X 890 Digital Image Processing Performing Fine Arts 0.5RTV X 300 Broadcast News (A.S.) Performing Fine Arts 0.5SPC X 010 Survey Public Speaking/Listening Performing Fine Arts 0.5SPC X 016 Public Speaking/Interpersonal Performing Fine Arts 0.5SPC X 023 Fundamentals of Speech Performing Fine Arts 0.5SPC X 024 Pub Speaking Gr Disc Interpsnl & List Performing Fine Arts 0.5SPC X 060 Business and Professional Communications Performing Fine Arts 0.5SPC X 062 Business and Professional Communications Performing Fine Arts 0.5SPC X 300 Fundamentals of Interpersonal Communication Performing Fine Arts 0.5SPC X 511 Argumentation and Debate Performing Fine Arts 0.5SPC X 541 Persuasion Performing Fine Arts 0.5SPC X 600 Public Speaking I Performing Fine Arts 0.5THE X 000 Theatre Appreciation Performing Fine Arts 0.5THE X 010 Survey of Drama: Ancient Greece to Early Renaissance Performing Fine Arts 0.5THE X 011 Survey of Drama: High Renaissance to Present Performing Fine Arts 0.5THE X 020 Introduction to Theatre Performing Fine Arts 0.5THE X 030 Introduction Theatre I Performing Fine Arts 0.5THE X 071 Cinema Arts Performing Fine Arts 0.5THE X 100 Introduction to Theatre History Performing Fine Arts 0.5THE X 300 Dramatic Literature Performing Fine Arts 0.5THE X 305 Survey of Dramatic Literature Performing Fine Arts 0.5THE X 820 Creative Dramatics Performing Fine Arts 0.5THE X 925 Play Production Performing Fine Arts 0.5TPA X 000 Introduction to Theatre Design Performing Fine Arts 0.5TPA X 210 Stagecraft I Performing Fine Arts 0.5TPA X 220 Stage Lighting Performing Fine Arts 0.5TPA X 230 Theatre Costuming I Performing Fine Arts 0.5TPA X 231 Advanced Theatre Costuming Performing Fine Arts 0.5TPP X 100 Acting I Performing Fine Arts 0.5TPP X 110 Acting I (Majors) Performing Fine Arts 0.5TPP X 111 Acting II Performing Fine Arts 0.5TPP X 700 Voice Preparation for the Actor Performing Fine Arts 0.5GE54

PHYSICAL EDUCATIONPOSTSECONDARY COURSE COMPLETED THROUGH DUAL ENROLLMENTHIGH SCHOOLGRADUATION SUBJECTAREA REQUIREMENTSATISFIEDHIGH SCHOOLCREDITAWARDEDHLP X 081 Personal Health and Fitness PE: Personal Fitness 0.5HLP X 082 Personal Wellness PE: Personal Fitness 0.5HLP X 083 Human Performance PE: Personal Fitness 0.5HSC X 100 Personal Health PE: Personal Fitness 0.5HSC X 101 Perspectives of Health and Wellness PE: Personal Fitness 0.5HSC X 102 Healthful Living I PE: Personal Fitness 0.5HUN X 003 Wellness: Nutrition, Personal Growth, Fitness PE: Personal Fitness 0.5PET X 303 Appl. of Scientific Prin. to Conditioning Programs PE: Personal Fitness 0.5GEPRACTICAL ARTS/CAREER EDUCATION CREDITAll 3-credit (or equivalent) postsecondary courses taken through dual enrollment that are part of a postsecondarycareer/technical program of study (PSAV Certificate, Technical Certificate, Advanced Technical Certificate, ATD, AAS, AS)shall be awarded 0.5 Practical Arts/Career Education credits toward high school graduation.Note: Students seeking to meet the requirements of a 3-year Career Preparatory Diploma or a Gold Seal VocationalScholarship through dual enrollment must carefully choose dual enrollment courses that meet the requirements for 3sequential credits in one career education program.SCIENCECriteria for Awarding High School Subject Area Credit in Science:Since all high school science courses (with lab) are awarded 1.0 high school science credits, then all college-leveldual enrollment science courses (with lab) will be awarded 1.0 high school science credits.College-level dual enrollment science courses taken without a lab component will be awarded 0.5 high schoolscience credits.Note: Section 1003.43(1)I, Florida Statutes, states that high school graduation requirements include successfulcompletion of “Three credits in science, two of which must have a laboratory component.” Regardless of the number ofscience credits earned through dual enrollment, the requirement of two sciences with a lab component must be met tograduate.POSTSECONDARY COURSE COMPLETED THROUGH DUAL ENROLLMENTHIGH SCHOOLGRADUATIONSUBJECT AREAREQUIREMENTSATISFIEDHIGH SCHOOLCREDITAWARDEDAST X 002 Introduction To Astronomy (Lecture Only) Science 0.5AST X 002/002L Introduction To Astronomy (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0AST X 002C Introduction To Astronomy (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0AST X 003 Descriptive Astronomy of Solar System (Lecture Only) Science 0.5AST X 003/003L Descriptive Astronomy of Solar System (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0AST X 003C Descriptive Astronomy of Solar System (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0AST X 004 Descriptive Stellar Astronomy (Lecture Only) Science 0.5AST X 004/004L Descriptive Stellar Astronomy (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0AST X 004C Descriptive Stellar Astronomy (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0AST X 005 Astronomy I (Lecture Only) Science 0.5AST X 005/005L Astronomy I (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0AST X 005C Astronomy I (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0AST X 006 Astronomy II (Lecture Only) Science 0.5AST X 006/006L Astronomy II (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0GE55

POSTSECONDARY COURSE COMPLETED THROUGH DUAL ENROLLMENT56HIGH SCHOOLGRADUATIONSUBJECT AREAREQUIREMENTSATISFIEDHIGH SCHOOLCREDITAWARDEDAST X 006C Astronomy II (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0AST X 100 Solar System Astronomy (Lecture Only) Science 0.5AST X 100/100L Solar System Astronomy (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0AST X 100C Solar System Astronomy (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0BOT X 000 Plant Science (Lecture Only) Science 0.5BOT X 000/000L Plant Science (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0BOT X 000C Plant Science (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0BOT X 010 Introductory Botany (Lecture Only) Science 0.5 **BOT X 010/010L Introductory Botany (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0 **BOT X 010C Introductory Botany (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0 **BOT X 011 Botany (Lecture Only) Science 0.5BOT X 011/011L Botany (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0BOT X 011C Botany (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0BOT X 153 Local Flora (Lecture Only) Science 0.5BOT X 153/153L Local Flora (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0BOT X 153C Local Flora (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0BOT X 501 Introductory Plant Physiology (Lecture Only) Science 0.5BOT X 501/501L Introductory Plant Physiology (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0BOT X 501C Introductory Plant Physiology (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0BOT X 710 Basic Plant Taxonomy (Lecture Only) Science 0.5BOT X 710/710L Basic Plant Taxonomy (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0BOT X 710C Basic Plant Taxonomy (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0BSC X 001 Introduction to Biology (Lecture Only) Science 0.5BSC X 001/001L Introduction to Biology (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0BSC X 001C Introduction to Biology (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0BSC X 005 General Biology (Non-Majors) (Lecture Only) Science 0.5BSC X 005/005L General Biology (Non-Majors) (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0BSC X 005C General Biology (Non-Majors) (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0BSC X 006 General Biology (Lecture Only) Science 0.5BSC X 006/006L General Biology (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0BSC X 006C General Biology (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0BSC X 007 Life Sciences (Lecture Only) Science 0.5BSC X 007/007L Life Sciences (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0BSC X 007C Life Sciences (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0BSC X 008 Bio Sci II: Evolution, Ecology & Behavior (Lecture Only) Science 0.5BSC X 008/008L Bio Sci II: Evolution, Ecology & Behavior (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0BSC X 008C Bio Sci II: Evolution, Ecology & Behavior (Combined Lecture &Lab) Science 1.0BSC X 009 Introduction to Biology (Lecture Only) Science 0.5BSC X 009/009L Introduction to Biology (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0BSC X 009C Introduction to Biology (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0BSC X 010 General Biology (Lecture Only) Science 0.5 **BSC X 010/010L General Biology (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0 **BSC X 010C General Biology (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0 **BSC X 011 General Biology (Lecture Only) Science 0.5BSC X 011/011L General Biology (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0BSC X 011C General Biology (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0BSC X 012 General Biology: Habitats & Organisms (Lecture Only) Science 0.5BSC X 012/012L General Biology: Habitats & Organisms (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0BSC X 012C General Biology: Habitats & Organisms (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0BSC X 020 Human Biology (Lecture Only) Science 0.5BSC X 020/020L Human Biology (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0BSC X 020C Human Biology (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0GE

POSTSECONDARY COURSE COMPLETED THROUGH DUAL ENROLLMENTHIGH SCHOOLGRADUATIONSUBJECT AREAREQUIREMENTSATISFIEDHIGH SCHOOLCREDITAWARDEDBSC X 022 Biology of Aging (Lecture Only) Science 0.5BSC X 022/002L Biology of Aging (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0BSC X 022C Biology of Aging (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0BSC X 023 Human Biology (Lecture Only) Science 0.5BSC X 023/023L Human Biology (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0BSC X 023C Human Biology (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0BSC X 024 Human Species (Lecture Only) Science 0.5BSC X 024/024L Human Species (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0BSC X 024C Human Species (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0BSC X 025 Nutrition and Drugs (Lecture Only) Science 0.5BSC X 025/025L Nutrition and Drugs (Lecture & Lab Only) Science 1.0BSC X 025C Nutrition and Drugs (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0BSC X 040 Honors Biology I (Lecture Only) Science 0.5BSC X 040/040L Honors Biology I (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0BSC X 040C Honors Biology I (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0BSC X 041 Honors Biology II (Lecture Only) Science 0.5BSC X 041/041L Honors Biology II (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0BSC X 041C Honors Biology II (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0BSC X 050 Man & Environment (Lecture Only) Science 0.5BSC X 050/050L Man & Environment (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0BSC X 050C Man & Environment (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0BSC X 051 Specialized Environmental Biology (Lecture Only) Science 0.5BSC X 051/051L Specialized Environmental Biology (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0BSC X 051C Specialized Environmental Biology (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0BSC X 080 Anatomy & Physiology (1 Sem.) (Non-HS Maj.) No Prereq (Lecture Science 0.5Only)BSC X 080/080L Anatomy & Physiology (1 Sem.) (Non-HS Maj.) No Prereq (Lecture Science 1.0& Lab Course)BSC X 080C Anatomy & Physiology (1 Sem.) (Non-HS Maj.) No PrereqScience 1.0(Combined Lecture & Lab)BSC X 083 Human Anatomy (Lecture Only) Science 0.5BSC X 083/083L Human Anatomy (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0BSC X 083C Human Anatomy (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0BSC X 084 Anatomy & Physiology I (Lecture Only) Science 0.5BSC X 084/084L Anatomy & Physiology I Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0BSC X 084C Anatomy & Physiology I (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0BSC X 085 Anatomy & Physiology I (Lecture Only) Science 0.5BSC X 085/085L Anatomy & Physiology I (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0BSC X 085C Anatomy & Physiology I (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0BSC X 086 Anatomy & Physiology II Lecture Only) Science 0.5BSC X 086/086L Anatomy & Physiology II (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0BSC X 086C Anatomy & Physiology II (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0BSC X 088 Human Physiology (Physiology Only) (HS Maj.) No Prereq (Lecture Science 0.5Only)BSC X 088/088L Human Physiology (Physiology Only) (HS Maj.) No Prereq (Lecture Science 1.0& Lab Course)BSC X 088C Human Physiology (Physiology Only) (HS Maj.) No PrereqScience 1.0(Combined Lecture & Lab)BSC X 092 Anatomy & Physiology (1 Sem) (HS Maj.) with Prereq (Lecture Science 0.5Only)BSC X 092/092L Anatomy & Physiology (1 Sem) (HS Maj.) with Prereq (Lecture &Lab Course)Science 1.0GE57

POSTSECONDARY COURSE COMPLETED THROUGH DUAL ENROLLMENTHIGH SCHOOLGRADUATIONSUBJECT AREAREQUIREMENTSATISFIEDHIGH SCHOOLCREDITAWARDEDBSC X 092C Anatomy & Physiology (1 Sem) (HS Maj.) with Prereq (Combined Science 1.0Lecture & Lab)BSC X 093 Anatomy & Physiology I (Lecture Only) Science 0.5BSC X 093/093L Anatomy & Physiology I (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0BSC X 093C Anatomy & Physiology I (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0BSC X 094 Anatomy & Physiology II (Lecture Only) Science 0.5BSC X 094/094L Anatomy & Physiology II (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0BSC X 094C Anatomy & Physiology II (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0BSC X 250 Flora & Fauna of Florida (Lecture Only) Science 0.5BSC X 250/250L Flora & Fauna of Florida (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0BSC X 250C Flora & Fauna of Florida (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0BSC X 254 Introductory Tropical Biology (Lecture Only) Science 0.5BSC X 254/254L Introductory Tropical Biology (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0BSC X 254C Introductory Tropical Biology (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0BSC X 300 Biology Systems I (Lecture Only) Science 0.5BSC X 300/300L Biology Systems I (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0BSC X 300C Biology Systems I (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0BSC X 301 Biological Systems II (Lecture Only) Science 0.5BSC X 301/301L Biological Systems II (Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0BSC X 301C Biological Systems II (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0BSC X 311 Introduction to Marine Biology (Lecture Only) Science 0.5BSC X 311/311L Introduction to Marine Biology (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0BSC X 311C Introduction to Marine Biology (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0BSC X 312 Marine Biology (Broad Concepts) (Lecture Only) Science 0.5BSC X 312/312L Marine Biology (Broad Concepts) (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0BSC X 312C Marine Biology (Broad Concepts) (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0BSC X 420 Biotechnology (Lecture Only) Science 0.5BSC X 420/420L Biotechnology (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0BSC X 420C Biotechnology (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0BSC X 421 Biotechnology In Industry (Lecture Only) Science 0.5BSC X 421/421L Biotechnology In Industry (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0BSC X 421C Biotechnology In Industry (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0BSC X 427 Biotechnology Methods II (Lecture Only) Science 0.5BSC X 427/427L Biotechnology Methods II (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0BSC X 427C Biotechnology Methods II (Combined Lecture & Lab ) Science 1.0CHM X 020 Chemical Science (Lecture Only) Science 0.5CHM X 020/020L Chemical Science (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0CHM X 020C Chemical Science (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0CHM X 021 Chemistry For Liberal Studies II (Lecture Only) Science 0.5CHM X 021/021L Chemistry For Liberal Studies II (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0CHM X 021C Chemistry For Liberal Studies II (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0CHM X 022 General Chemistry (Lecture Only) Science 0.5CHM X 022/022L General Chemistry (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0CHM X 022C General Chemistry (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0CHM X 023 General Chemistry II (Lecture Only) Science 0.5CHM X 023/023L General Chemistry II (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0CHM X 023C General Chemistry II (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0CHM X 025 Introduction to Chemistry (Lecture Only) Science 0.5CHM X 025/025L Introduction to Chemistry (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0CHM X 025C Introduction to Chemistry (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0CHM X 026 Advanced Chemical Calculations (Lecture Only) Science 0.5CHM X 026/026L Advanced Chemical Calculations (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0GE58

POSTSECONDARY COURSE COMPLETED THROUGH DUAL ENROLLMENTHIGH SCHOOLGRADUATIONSUBJECT AREAREQUIREMENTSATISFIEDHIGH SCHOOLCREDITAWARDEDCHM X 026C Advanced Chemical Calculations (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0CHM X 030 Elementary Chemistry (Lecture Only) Science 0.5CHM X 030/030L Elementary Chemistry (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0CHM X 030C Elementary Chemistry (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0CHM X 031 Sci Allied Fields-Gen/Org/Biochm(2 of 2) (Lecture Only) Science 0.5CHM X 031/031L Sci Allied Fields-Gen/Org/Biochm(2 of 2) (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0CHM X 031C Sci Allied Fields-Gen/Org/Biochm(2 of 2) (Combined Lecture & Science 1.0Lab)CHM X 032 Gen Chem Sci Allied Fields(One Semester) (Lecture Only) Science 0.5CHM X 032/032L Gen Chem Sci Allied Fields(One Semester) (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0CHM X 032C Gen Chem Sci Allied Fields(One Semester) (Combined Lecture & Science 1.0Lab)CHM X 033 Sci Allied Fields-Gen/Org/Biochm(1 Sem) (Lecture Only) Science 0.5CHM X 033/033L Sci Allied Fields-Gen/Org/Biochm(1 Sem) (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0CHM X 033C Sci Allied Fields-Gen/Org/Biochm(1 Sem) (Combined Lecture & Science 1.0Lab)CHM X 035 Expanded General Chemistry (1 of 2) (Lecture Only) Science 0.5CHM X 035/035L Expanded General Chemistry (1 of 2) (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0CHM X 035C Expanded General Chemistry (1 of 2) (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0CHM X 040 General Chem (Expanded Sequence:1 of 3) (Lecture Only) Science 0.5CHM X 040/040L General Chem (Expanded Sequence:1 of 3) (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0CHM X 040C General Chem (Expanded Sequence:1 of 3) (Combined Lecture & Science 1.0Lab)CHM X 041 General Chem (Expanded Sequence:2 of 3) (Lecture Only) Science 0.5CHM X 041/041L General Chem (Expanded Sequence:2 of 3) (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0CHM X 041C General Chem (Expanded Sequence:2 of 3) (Combined Lecture & Science 1.0Lab)CHM X 045 General Chemistry (Lecture Only) Science 0.5 **CHM X 045/045L General Chemistry I (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0 **CHM X 045C General Chemistry I (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0 **CHM X 046 General Chemistry (Lecture Only) Science 0.5CHM X 046/046L General Chemistry (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0CHM X 046C General Chemistry (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0CHM X 047 General Chemistry (Lecture Only) Science 0.5CHM X 047/047L General Chemistry (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0CHM X 047C General Chemistry (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0CHM X 050 General Chemistry & Qualitative Analysis (Lecture Only) Science 0.5CHM X 050/050L General Chemistry & Qualitative Analysis (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0CHM X 050C General Chemistry & Qualitative Analysis (Combined Lecture & Science 1.0Lab)CHM X 051 Honors: General Chemistry ( 2 of 2) (Lecture Only) Science 0.5CHM X 051/051L Honors: General Chemistry ( 2 of 2) (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0CHM X 051C Honors: General Chemistry ( 2 of 2) (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0CHM X 084 Environmental Chemistry (Lecture Only) Science 0.5CHM X 084/084L Environmental Chemistry (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0CHM X 084C Environmental Chemistry (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0CHM X 120 Quantitative Analysis (Lecture Only) Science 0.5CHM X 120/120L Quantitative Analysis (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0CHM X 120C Quantitative Analysis (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0CHM X 121 Honors Quantitative Analysis (Lecture Only) Science 0.5CHM X 121/121L Honors Quantitative Analysis (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0CHM X 121C Honors Quantitative Analysis (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0GE59

POSTSECONDARY COURSE COMPLETED THROUGH DUAL ENROLLMENTHIGH SCHOOLGRADUATIONSUBJECT AREAREQUIREMENTSATISFIEDHIGH SCHOOLCREDITAWARDEDCHM X 132 Chemical Instrumentation Survey (Lecture Only) Science 0.5CHM X 132/132L Chemical Instrumentation Survey (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0CHM X 132C Chemical Instrumentation Survey W/Lab (Combined Lecture & Science 1.0Lab)CHM X 200 Brief Organic Chemistry (Lecture Only) Science 0.5CHM X 200/200L Brief Organic Chemistry (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0CHM X 200C Brief Organic Chemistry (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0CHM X 205 Survey of Organic/Bio Chemistry (Lecture Only) Science 0.5CHM X 205/205L Survey of Organic/Bio Chemistry (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0CHM X 205C Survey of Organic/Bio Chemistry (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0CHM X 210 Organic Chemistry (Lecture Only) Science 0.5CHM X 210/210L Organic Chemistry (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0CHM X 210C Organic Chemistry (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0CHM X 211 Organic Chemistry II (Lecture Only) Science 0.5CHM X 211/211L Organic Chemistry II (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0CHM X 211C Organic Chemistry II (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0ENY X 040 The Insects (Lecture Only) Science 0.5ENY X 040/040L The Insects (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0ENY X 040C The Insects (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0ESC X 000 Earth Science (Lecture Only) Science 0.5ESC X 000/000L Earth Science (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0ESC X 000C Earth Science (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0ESC X 070 Global Change (Lecture Only) Science 0.5ESC X 070/070L Global Change (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0ESC X 070C Global Change (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0EVR X 001 Intro to Environmental Science (Lecture Only) Science 0.5EVR X 001/001L Intro to Environmental Science (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0EVR X 001C Intro to Environmental Science (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0EVS X 001 Intro to Environmental Sciences (Lecture Only) Science 0.5EVS X 001/001L Intro to Environmental Sciences (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0EVS X 001C Intro to Environmental Sciences (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0GLY X 000 Introduction to Geology (Lecture Only) Science 0.5GLY X 000/000L Introduction to Geology (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0GLY X 000C Introduction to Geology (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0GLY X 001 Elements of Earth Science (Lecture Only) Science 0.5GLY X 001/001L Elements of Earth Science (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0GLY X 001C Elements of Earth Science Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0GLY X 010 Physical Geology (Lecture Only) Science 0.5GLY X 010/010L Physical Geology (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0GLY X 010C Physical Geology (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0GLY X 030 Environmental Geology (Lecture Only) Science 0.5GLY X 030/030L Environmental Geology (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0GLY X 030C Environmental Geology (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0GLY X 050 Science, Earth and Life (Lecture Only) Science 0.5GLY X 050/050L Science, Earth and Life (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0GLY X 050C Science, Earth and Life (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0GLY X 080 Introduction to Marine Sciences (Lecture Only) Science 0.5GLY X 080/080L Introduction to Marine Sciences (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0GLY X 080C Introduction to Marine Sciences (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0GLY X 100 Historical Geology(Lecture Only) Science 0.5GLY X 100/100L Historical Geology (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0GLY X 100C Historical Geology (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0GE60

POSTSECONDARY COURSE COMPLETED THROUGH DUAL ENROLLMENTHIGH SCHOOLGRADUATIONSUBJECT AREAREQUIREMENTSATISFIEDHIGH SCHOOLCREDITAWARDEDGLY X 103 History of Earth and Organisms (Lecture Only) Science 0.5GLY X 103/103L History of Earth and Organisms (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0GLY X 103C History of Earth and Organisms (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0GLY X 151 Geology & Environment of FL (Lecture Only) Science 0.5GLY X 151/151L Geology & Environment of FL (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0GLY X 151C Geology & Environment of FL Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0GLY X 171 Physiographic Features of the U.S. (Lecture Only) Science 0.5GLY X 171/171L Physiographic Features of the U.S. (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0GLY X 171C Physiographic Features of the U.S. (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0GLY X 730 Marine Geology (Lecture Only) Science 0.5GLY X 730/730L Marine Geology (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0GLY X 730C Marine Geology (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0IDS X 152 Ecology, Pollution, and Man (Lecture Only) Science 0.5IDS X 152/152L Ecology, Pollution, and Man (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0IDS X 152C Ecology, Pollution, and Man (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0ISC X 001 Integrated “Principles” of Science (Lecture Only) Science 0.5ISC X 001/001L Integrated “Principles” of Science (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0ISC X 001C Integrated “Principles” of Science (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0ISC X 002 Integrated “Principles” of Science (Cont) (Lecture Only) Science 0.5ISC X 002/002L Integrated “Principles” of Science (Cont) (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0ISC X 002C Integrated “Principles” of Science (Cont) (Combined Lecture & Science 1.0Lab)ISC X 003 Global Change, Its Scientific & Human Dimensions (Lecture Only) Science 0.5ISC X 003/003L Global Change, Its Scientific & Human Dimensions (Lecture & Lab Science 1.0Course)ISC X 003C Global Change, Its Scientific & Human Dimensions (Combined Science 1.0Lecture & Lab)ISC X 004 Integrated Natural Science I: Science That Matters (L) (Lecture Science 0.5Only)ISC X 004/004L Integrated Natural Science I: Science That Matters (L) (Lecture & Science 1.0Lab Course)ISC X 004C Integrated Natural Science I: Science That Matters (L) (Combined Science 1.0Lecture & Lab)ISC X 005 Integrated Natural Science Ii: Science That Matters (L) (Lecture Science 0.5Only)ISC X 005/005L Integrated Natural Science Ii: Science That Matters (L) (Lecture & Science 1.0Lab Course)ISC X 005C Integrated Natural Science Ii: Science That Matters (L) (Combined Science 1.0Lecture & Lab)ISC X 006 Wide World of Science I (Lecture Only) Science 0.5ISC X 006/006L Wide World of Science I (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0ISC X 006C Wide World of Science I (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0ISC X 007 Wide World of Science II (Lecture Only) Science 0.5ISC X 007/007L Wide World of Science II (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0ISC X 007C Wide World of Science II (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0ISC X 140 Earth and its Environment (Lecture Only) Science 0.5ISC X 140/140L Earth and its Environment (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0ISC X 140C Earth and its Environment (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0ISC X 141 Earth, Sea, and Sky (Lecture Only) Science 0.5ISC X 141/141L Earth, Sea, and Sky (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0ISC X 141C Earth, Sea, and Sky (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0MCB X 000 Intro Microbiology: No Prerequisites (Lecture Only) Science 0.5MCB X 000/000L Intro Microbiology: No Prerequisites (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0GE61

POSTSECONDARY COURSE COMPLETED THROUGH DUAL ENROLLMENTHIGH SCHOOLGRADUATIONSUBJECT AREAREQUIREMENTSATISFIEDHIGH SCHOOLCREDITAWARDEDMCB X 000C Intro Microbiology: No Prerequisites (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0MCB X 004 Intro Microbiology: Biology/Chemistry Prereq (Lecture Only) Science 0.5MCB X 004/004L Intro Microbiology: Biology Chemistry Prereq (Lecture & Lab Science 1.0Course)MCB X 004C Intro Microbiology: Biology/Chemistry Prereq (Combined Lecture Science 1.0& Lab)MCB X 010 Microbiology (Lecture Only) Science 0.5MCB X 010/010L Microbiology (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0MCB X 010C Microbiology (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0MCB X 013 Microbiology (Lecture Only) Science 0.5MCB X 013/013L Microbiology (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0MCB X 013C Microbiology (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0MCB X 020 Microbiology (Lecture Only) Science 0.5MCB X 020/020L Microbiology (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0MCB X 020C Microbiology (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0MCB X 278 Intro to Epidemiology of Infectious Diseases W/Lab-Bs 1006c Science 0.5(Lecture Only)MCB X 278/278L Intro to Epidemiology of Infectious Diseases W/Lab-Bs 1006c Science 1.0(Lecture & Lab Course)MCB X 278C Intro to Epidemiology of Infectious Diseases W/Lab-Bs 1006c Science 1.0(Combined Lecture & Lab)MET X 001 Weather & Climate - General Survey (Lecture Only) Science 0.5MET X 001/001L Weather & Climate - General Survey (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0MET X 001C Weather & Climate - General Survey (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0MET X 010 Meteorology (Lecture Only) Science 0.5MET X 010/010L Meteorology (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0MET X 010C Meteorology (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0MET X 101 General Climatology-Physical Processes (Lecture Only) Science 0.5MET X 101/101L General Climatology-Physical Processes (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0MET X 101C General Climatology-Physical Processes (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0MET X 700 General Meteorology – Majors (Lecture Only) Science 0.5MET X 700/700L General Meteorology – Majors (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0MET X 700C General Meteorology – Majors (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0OCB X 000 Survey of Marine Biology (Lecture Only) Science 0.5OCB X 000/000L Survey of Marine Biology (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0OCB X 000C Survey of Marine Biology (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0OCB X 003 Marine Biology (Lecture Only) Science 0.5OCB X 003/003L Marine Biology (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0OCB X 003C Marine Biology (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0OCB X 010 Introduction to Marine Biology (Lecture Only) Science 0.5OCB X 010/010L Introduction to Marine Biology (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0OCB X 010C Introduction to Marine Biology (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0OCB X 013 Introduction to Marine Biology (Lecture Only) Science 0.5OCB X 013/013L Introduction to Marine Biology (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0OCB X 013C Introduction to Marine Biology (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0OCB X 630 Introduction to Marine Ecology (Lecture only) Science 0.5OCB X 630/630L Introduction to Marine Ecology (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0OCB X 630C Introduction to Marine Ecology (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0OCE X 000 The Marine Environment (Lecture Only) Science 0.5OCE X 000/000L The Marine Environment (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0OCE X 000C The Marine Environment (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0OCE X 001 Survey of Oceanography (Lecture Only) Science 0.5GE62

POSTSECONDARY COURSE COMPLETED THROUGH DUAL ENROLLMENTHIGH SCHOOLGRADUATIONSUBJECT AREAREQUIREMENTSATISFIEDHIGH SCHOOLCREDITAWARDEDOCE X 001/001L Survey of Oceanography (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0OCE X 001C Survey of Oceanography (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0OCE X 002 Survey of Oceanography II (Lecture Only) Science 0.5OCE X 002/002L Survey of Oceanography II (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0OCE X 002C Survey of Oceanography II (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0OCE X 005 Survey of Oceanography (Oceanus) (Lecture Only) Science 0.5OCE X 005/005L Survey of Oceanography (Oceanus) (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0OCE X 005C Survey of Oceanography (Oceanus) (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0OCE X 008 Oceanography (U) (Lecture Only) Science 0.5OCE X 008/008L Oceanography (U) (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0OCE X 008C Oceanography (U) (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0PCB X 011 Functional Biology (Lecture Only) Science 0.5PCB X 011/011L Functional Biology (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0PCB X 011C Functional Biology (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0PCB X 030 Introduction to Ecology (Lecture Only) Science 0.5PCB X 030/030L Introduction to Ecology (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0PCB X 030C Introduction to Ecology (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0PCB X 033 General Intro Ecology: Prereq. (Lecture Only) Science 0.5PCB X 033/033L General Intro Ecology: Prereq. (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0PCB X 033C General Intro Ecology: Prereq. (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0PCB X 050 Intro Genetics (Non-Majors) (Lecture Only) Science 0.5PCB X 050/050L Intro Genetics (Non-Majors) (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0PCB X 050C Intro Genetics (Non-Majors) (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0PCB X 061 Genetics (Lecture Only) Science 0.5PCB X 061/061L Genetics (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0PCB X 061C Genetics (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0PCB X 099 Foundations of Human Physiology (Lecture Only) Science 0.5PCB X 099/099L Foundations of Human Physiology (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0PCB X 099C Foundations of Human Physiology (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0PCB X 131 Cell Biology (Lecture Only) Science 0.5PCB X 131/131L Cell Biology (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0PCB X 131C Cell Biology (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0PCB X 300 Aquatic Biology (Lecture Only) Science 0.5PCB X 300/300L Aquatic Biology (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0PCB X 300C Aquatic Biology (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0PCB X 304 River Ecology (Lecture Only) Science 0.5PCB X 304/304L River Ecology (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0PCB X 304C River Ecology(Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0PCB X 435 Florida Environmental Systems (Lecture Only) Science 0.5PCB X 435/435L Florida Environmental Systems (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0PCB X 435C Florida Environmental Systems (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0PCB X 440 Basic Florida Ecology (Lecture Only) Science 0.5PCB X 440/440L Basic Florida Ecology (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0PCB X 440C Basic Florida Ecology (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0PCB X 610 Intro Genetics & Evolution (Lecture Only) Science 0.5PCB X 610/610L Intro Genetics & Evolution (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0PCB X 610C Intro Genetics & Evolution (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0PCB X 703 Human Physiology I (Lecture Only) Science 0.5PCB X 703/703L Human Physiology I (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0PCB X 703C Human Physiology I (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0PHY X 001 Technical Phys (Single Course Overview) (Lecture Only) Science 0.5PHY X 001/001L Technical Phys (Single Course Overview) (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0GE63

POSTSECONDARY COURSE COMPLETED THROUGH DUAL ENROLLMENTHIGH SCHOOLGRADUATIONSUBJECT AREAREQUIREMENTSATISFIEDHIGH SCHOOLCREDITAWARDEDPHY X 001C Technical Phys (Single Course Overview) (Combined Lecture & Science 1.0Lab)PHY X 004 Tech Phys I (Lecture Only) Science 0.5PHY X 004/004L Tech Phys I (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0PHY X 004C Tech Phys I (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0PHY X 005 Applied Physics II (Lecture Only) Science 0.5PHY X 005/005L Applied Physics II Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0PHY X 005C Applied Physics II (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0PHY X 007 Physics For Health Related Technologies (Lecture Only) Science 0.5PHY X 007/007L Physics For Health Related Technologies (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0PHY X 007C Physics For Health Related Technologies (Combined Lecture & Science 1.0Lab)PHY X 020 Physical Science (Lecture Only) Science 0.5PHY X 020/020L Physical Science (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0PHY X 020C Physical Science (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0PHY X 023 Survey of General Physics (Lecture Only) Science 0.5PHY X 023/023L Survey of General Physics (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0PHY X 023C Survey of General Physics (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0PHY X 025 Basic Physics (One Semester) (Lecture Only) Science 0.5PHY X 025/025L Basic Physics (One Semester) (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0PHY X 025C Basic Physics (One Semester) (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0PHY X 033 Descriptive Classical & Modern Physics (Lecture Only) Science 0.5PHY X 033/033L Descriptive Classical & Modern Physics (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0PHY X 033C Descriptive Classical & Modern Physics (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0PHY X 048 General Physics (Lecture Only) Science 0.5 **PHY X 048/048L General Physics With Calculus (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0 **PHY X 048C General Physics With Calculus (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0 **PHY X 049 General Physics With Calculus II (Lecture Only) Science 0.5PHY X 049/049L General Physics With Calculus II (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0PHY X 049C General Physics With Calculus II (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0PHY X 053 General Physics I (Lecture Only) Science 0.5 **PHY X 053/053L General Physics I (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0 **PHY X 053C General Physics I (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0 **PHY X 054 General Physics II (Lecture Only) Science 0.5PHY X 054/054L General Physics II (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0PHY X 054C General Physics II (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0PHY X 101 Elements of Modern Physics (Lecture Only) Science 0.5PHY X 101/101L Elements of Modern Physics (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0PHY X 101C Elements of Modern Physics (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0PHY X 105 Modern Physics (Lecture Only) Science 0.5PHY X 105/105L Modern Physics (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0PHY X 105C Modern Physics (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0PHY X 420 Elementary Wave Theory (L) (Lecture Only) Science 0.5PHY X 420/420L Elementary Wave Theory (L) (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0PHY X 420C Elementary Wave Theory (L) (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0PSB X 000 Basic Psychobiology (Lecture Only) Science 0.5PSB X 000/000L Basic Psychobiology (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0PSB X 000C Basic Psychobiology (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0PSC X 001 Ideas & Philosophy of Science (Lecture Only) Science 0.5PSC X 001/001L Ideas & Philosophy of Science (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0PSC X 001C Ideas & Philosophy of Science (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0PSC X 020 Fundamentals of Physical Science (Lecture Only) Science 0.5GE64

POSTSECONDARY COURSE COMPLETED THROUGH DUAL ENROLLMENTHIGH SCHOOLGRADUATIONSUBJECT AREAREQUIREMENTSATISFIEDHIGH SCHOOLCREDITAWARDEDPSC X 020/020L Fundamentals of Physical Science (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0PSC X 020C Fundamentals of Physical Science (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0PSC X 104 Physical Science Survey (Lecture Only) Science 0.5PSC X 104/104L Physical Science Survey (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0PSC X 104C Physical Science Survey (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0PSC X 121 General Physical Sciences (Lecture Only) Science 0.5PSC X 121/121L General Physical Sciences (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0PSC X 121C General Physical Sciences (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0PSC X 311 Fundamentals of Astronomy & Geology (Lecture Only) Science 0.5PSC X 311/311L Fundamentals of Astronomy & Geology (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0PSC X 311C Fundamentals of Astronomy & Geology (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0PSC X 321 Fundamentals of Physics & Astronomy (Lecture Only) Science 0.5PSC X 321/321L Fundamentals of Physics & Astronomy (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0PSC X 321C Fundamentals of Physics & Astronomy (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0PSC X 331 Fundamentals of Chemistry & Geology(Lecture Only) Science 0.5PSC X 331/331L Fundamentals of Chemistry & Geology (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0PSC X 331C Fundamentals of Chemistry & Geology (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0PSC X 341 Physical Science (Lecture Only) Science 0.5PSC X 341/341L Physical Science (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0PSC X 341C Physical Science (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0PSC X 512 Physical Science & The Environment (Lecture Only) Science 0.5PSC X 512/512L Physical Science & The Environment (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0PSC X 512C Physical Science & The Environment (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0STS X 300 Human Anatomy & Physiology (Lecture Only) Science 0.5STS X 300/300L Human Anatomy & Physiology (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0STS X 300C Human Anatomy & Physiology (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0ZOO X 010 General Zoology (Lecture Only) Science 0.5ZOO X 010/010L General Zoology (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0ZOO X 010C General Zoology (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0ZOO X 203 General Invertebrate Zoo (Prereq) (Lecture Only) Science 0.5ZOO X 203/230L General Invertebrate Zoo (Prereq) (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0ZOO X 203C General Invertebrate Zoo (Prereq) (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0ZOO X 205 Advanced Invertebrate Zoology (Upper) (Lecture Only) Science 0.5ZOO X 205/205L Advanced Invertebrate Zoology (Upper) (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0ZOO X 205C Advanced Invertebrate Zoology (Upper) (Combined Lecture & Science 1.0Lab)ZOO X 303 General Vertebrate Zoology (Lecture Only) Science 0.5ZOO X 303/303L General Vertebrate Zoology (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0ZOO X 303C General Vertebrate Zoology (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0ZOO X 503 Intro to Comparative Animal Behavior (Lecture Only) Science 0.5ZOO X 503/503L Intro to Comparative Animal Behavior (Lecture & Lab Course) Science 1.0ZOO X 503C Intro to Comparative Animal Behavior (Combined Lecture & Lab) Science 1.0ZOO X 710 Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy-Lower Level (Lecture Only) Science 0.5ZOO X 710/710L Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy-Lower Level (Lecture & Lab Science 1.0Course)ZOO X 710C Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy-Lower Level (CombinedLecture & Lab)Science 1.0GE65

SOCIAL STUDIESSocial studies requirements for high school graduation in Florida are prescribed by statute. Unless indicated on the listbelow, all college social science courses taken through dual enrollment receive elective credit.POSTSECONDARY COURSE COMPLETED THROUGH DUAL ENROLLMENTHIGH SCHOOL GRADUATIONSUBJECT AREA REQUIREMENTSATISFIEDHIGH SCHOOLCREDITAWARDEDAMH X 010 Introductory Survey To 1877 SS: American History 0.5AMH X 011 Introductory Survey To 1877: Honors SS: American History 0.5AMH X 020 Introductory Survey Since 1877 SS: American History 0.5AMH X 041 Survey of the American Experience I SS: American History 0.5AMH X 042 Survey of Social And Cultural History Since 1865 SS: American History 0.5AMH X 050 Survey of the American Experience II SS: American History 0.5ECO X 000 Introduction to Economics SS: Economics 0.5ECO X 013 Principles of Macroeconomics SS: Economics 0.5ECO X 023 Microeconomics SS: Economics 0.5EGN X 613 Engineering Economy SS: Economics 0.5POS X 041 American Government I SS: American Government 0.5POS X 042 American Government SS: American Government 0.5POS X 049 American Government SS: American Government 0.5POS X 050 American Government 1, Honors SS: American Government 0.5WOH X 001 World Civilization SS: World History 0.5WOH X 012 World History To 1500 SS: World History 0.5WOH X 022 World History 1500 To Present SS: World History 0.5WOH X 023 Modern World History SS: World History 0.5WOH X 030 World History Since 1815 SS: World History 0.5GEADVANCED PLACEMENT (AP) PROGRAM®The College Board's Advanced Placement (AP) Program ® consists of 38 courses and exams in 23 subject areas offered byparticipating high schools, including the Florida Virtual School. Students earning a "qualifying" grade on an AP Exam canearn college credit or advanced placement for their efforts. More than 3,300 universities and colleges worldwide grantcredit, advanced placement, or both to students who have performed satisfactorily on the exams.Most postsecondary institutions grant college credit for AP Exams with a score of 3 or higher. Refer to the ACC Credit-By-Exam Equivalencies for specific award guarantees available online at www.fldoe.org/articulation/pdf/ACC-CBE.pdf.Studies have shown that students who complete a solid academic core, including advanced courses, are more likely tobe successful in college. A 1999 U.S. Department of Education study 8 found that the strongest predictor of collegegraduation is something students do before they ever go to college: participation in rigorous, college-level coursework inhigh school. The study also showed that the impact of such a curriculum on African-American and Hispanic students'college completion rates is particularly profound. Another study, completed in 2003, found strong correlations betweenAP and college completion. 9 This study showed that 29% of college students who did not take any AP Exams completeda bachelor's degree in four or fewer years, while 45% of students who took one AP Exam completed bachelor's degreesin the same amount of time. An even greater number of students, 61% of those taking two or more AP courses, finishedcollege in four or fewer years.8 Clifford Adelman, Answers in the Tool Box: Academic Intensity, Attendance Patterns, and Bachelor's Degree Attainment (1999), U.S. Departmentof Education.9 Camara, Wayne (2003). College Persistence, Graduation, and Remediation. College Board Research Notes (RN-19), New York, NY: CollegeBoard.66

Traditionally, schools have selected students for AP courses based on the courses they have already taken, perceivedstudent motivation, and a perception of probable success on the AP Exam. However, based on the postsecondarysuccess of students completing AP courses, this practice is changing. AP courses are now viewed as "gate-openers" fortraditionally disadvantaged students who have often had a low success rate in their postsecondary educationexperiences. In fact, many guidance counselors have found that AP courses provide the challenging content necessaryto engage all kinds of learners. Even "average" students can benefit from the challenge, and some students who areunderperforming may do better when presented with material that is more difficult. Additional information regardingAP is available online at http://apcentral.collegeboard.com.A web-based tool, AP Potential, is available free to Florida high schools administering the PSAT/NMSQT to assisteducators in recognizing candidates for AP curricula. This software will help identify students likely to succeed inrigorous academics. If your school does not already have access to this tool, contact the College Board's Florida Office at(850) 521-4900.Information on free Advanced Placement (AP) Program ® publications for students and parents is available atwww.collegeboard.com/prof/counselors/tests/ap/downloads.html. Support is available for schools wishing to add orexpand Advanced Placement course offerings. AP Summer Institutes for teachers, Pre-AP programs and workshops, andstudent and family materials are available free to Florida schools through the College Board Florida Partnership. Foradditional information, contact the Florida Partnership at (850) 521-4900 or visitwww.collegeboard.com/floridapartnership.ACC Credit-By-Exam Equivalencies for APStudents sit for Advanced Placement exams after completing the corresponding Advanced Placement course in highschool. Advanced Placement courses are challenging courses designed to parallel typical lower-level undergraduatecourses. Exams are developed by committees of college and secondary faculty and tested by groups of students inactual college courses to determine appropriate passing scores. Institutions must use the course number listed, unless itwould be advantageous to award the student a specific course number with equal credit that satisfies programprerequisites. More information about Advanced Placement, including descriptions of courses and sample examinationquestions, is available at http://apcentral.collegeboard.com. Page 18 of the AP Calculus Course Description, available athttp://apcentral.collegeboard.com/apc/public/repository/05836apcoursdesccalc% 200_4313.pdf describes how toaward credit for the AP Calculus BC subscore. The subscore description for the Music Theory exam is available in theCourse Description booklet online at AP Central,http://apcentral.collegeboard.com/apc/public/repository/52437_apmusiclocked_4324.pdf.Art HistoryBiologyExamAP ExamScore of 3ARH X000(min. 3 credits)BSC X005C or BSCX005/X005L(min. 4 credits)AP ExamScore of 4ARH X050 and X051(min. 6 credits)BSC X010C or BSCX010/X010L(min 4 credits)AP ExamScore of 5Same as 4BSC X010C or BSCX010/X010L and BSCX011C or BSC X011/X011L(min. 8 credits)Calculus AB MAC X311 (min. 4 credits) Same as 3 Same as 3Calculus BCChemistryMAC X311 (min. 4 credits)CHM X020C orCHM X020 /X020LMAC X311 and X312(min. 8 credits)CHM X045C or CHMX045/X045L or CHMSame as 4CHM X045C or CHMX045/X045L and CHM X046CommentsThe BC exam includes asubscore for the ABportion of the exam forCalculus AB credit. Collegesshould regard the subscoreon the BC exam the sameas an AP Calculus AB Examscore.67

ExamChinese Language andCultureComputer Science AComputer Science ABEconomics: MacroEconomics: MicroEnglish Language andCompositionEnglish Literature andCompositionEnvironmental ScienceEuropean HistoryFrench LanguageFrench LiteratureGerman LanguageGovernment andPolitics: ComparativeGovernment andPolitics: United StatesHuman GeographyItalian Language andCultureJapanese Language andCultureAP ExamScore of 3(min. 4 credits)One semester ofintermediate-levellanguage(min 3 credits)CGS X075(min. 3 credits)CGS X076(min. 3 credits)ECO X013(min. 3 credits)ECO X023(min. 3 credits)ENC X101 (min. 3 credits)ENC X101 or course inAML, ENL, or LIT(min. 3 credits)ISC X051(min. 3 credits)EUH X009(min. 3 credits)One semester ofintermediate-levellanguage(min 3 credits)One semester introductoryliterature(min 3 credits)One semester ofintermediate-levellanguage(min 3 credits)CPO X001 or X002(min. 3 credits)POS X041(min. 3 credits)GEO X400 or GEO X420(min. 3 credits)One semester ofintermediate-levellanguage(min 3 credits)One semester ofintermediate-levellanguage(min 3 credits)AP ExamScore of 4X040/X045L(min. 4 credits)Two semesters ofintermediate-levellanguage(min 6 credits)AP ExamScore of 5or X046/X046L(min. 8 credits)Same as 4Same as 3 Same as 3Same as 3 Same as 3Same as 3 Same as 3Same as 3 Same as 3ENC X101 and X102(min. 6 credits)ENC X101 and eitherENC X102 or LIT X005(min. 6 credits)Same as 4Same as 4Same as 3 Same as 3EUH X000 and X001(min. 6 credits)Two semesters ofintermediate-levellanguage(min 6 credits)Two semesters ofintroductory literature(min 6 credits)Two semesters ofintermediate-levellanguage(min 6 credits)Same as 4Same as 4Same as 4Same as 4Same as 3 Same as 3Same as 3 Same as 3Same as 3 Same as 3Two semesters ofintermediate-levellanguage(min 6 credits)Two semesters ofintermediate-levellanguage(min 6 credits)Same as 4Same as 4Latin: Latin Literature LNW X700 Same as 3 Same as 3CommentsNo literature creditCGS X075 is unique to thisexam. Exam contentchanges frequently.CGS X076 is unique to thisexam. Exam contentchanges frequently.Award min. 3 credits if ENCX101 already satisfied.LIT X005 is unique to thisexam. Literature contentvaries widely. Award min. 3credits if ENC X101 alreadysatisfied.ISC X051 is unique to thisexam. Interdisciplinaryenvironmental studiescourse.EUH X009 is unique to thisexam.No literature creditNo literature creditNo literature creditNo literature creditLNW X700 is a uniquenumber for this exam.Exam includes Catullus and68

ExamAP ExamScore of 3AP ExamScore of 4AP ExamScore of 5Latin: Vergil LNW X321 Same as 3 Same as 3Music TheoryPhysics BPhysics C: Electricity /MagnetismPhysics C: MechanicsMUT X001 if compositescore is 3 or higher. MUTX111 and MUT X241 ifboth aural and non-auralsubscores are 3 or higher.(min. 3 credits)PHY X053C or PHY X053/X053L (min. 4 credits)PHY X054C or PHYX054/X054L (min. 4credits)PHY X053C or PHYX053/X053L (min. 4credits)Same as 3 Same as 3PHY X053C or X053/X053Land PHY X054C orX054/X054L (min. 8credits)PHY X049C or PHYX049/X049L (min. 4credits)PHY X048C or PHYX048/X048L (min. 4credits)Same as 4Same as 4Same as 4Psychology PSY X012 (min. 3 credits) Same as 3 Same as 3Russian Language andCultureSpanish LanguageSpanish LiteratureStatisticsStudio Art: DrawingPortfolioStudio Art: 2-D DesignPortfolioStudio Art: 3-D DesignPortfolioUnited States HistoryOne semester ofintermediate-levellanguage (min 3 credits)One semester ofintermediate-levellanguage (min 3 credits)One semester introductoryliterature (min 3 credits)STA X014 or STA X023(min. 3 credits)Two semesters ofintermediate-levellanguage (min 6 credits)Two semesters ofintermediate-levellanguage (min 6 credits)Two semesters ofintroductory literature(min 6 credits)Same as 4Same as 4Same as 4Same as 3 Same as 3ART X300C (min. 3 credits) Same as 3 Same as 3ART X201C (min. 3 credits) Same as 3 Same as 3ART X203C (min. 3 credits) Same as 3 Same as 3AMH X000 (min. 3 credits)AMH X010 and X020(min. 6 credits)Same as 4World History WOH X022 (min. 3 credits) Same as 3 Same as 3Commentseither Horace, Ovid, orCicero.Subscore descriptions areavailable online at APCentral.No literature creditNo literature creditINTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE (IB) DIPLOMA PROGRAMThrough comprehensive and balanced curricula, coupled with challenging assessments, the International BaccalaureateOrganization (IBO) aims to assist schools in their endeavors to develop the individual talents of young people and teachthem to relate the experience of the classroom to the realities of the world outside. Beyond intellectual rigor and highacademic standards, strong emphasis is placed on the ideals of international understanding and responsible citizenship.The ideal profile of an International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Program student is that of a critical and compassionatethinker, an informed participant in local and world affairs, who values the shared humanity that binds all peopletogether while respecting the variety of cultures and attitudes that makes for the richness of life.The IB Diploma Program is designed to meet the highest standards required of any high school student in the world.Successful completion of the Diploma Program earns the student a diploma recognized for university admission69

throughout the world and course credit and academic placement at over 1,000 leading colleges and universities in theUnited States.The IB Diploma Program is a system of syllabi and examinations based on the idea that general education at thepostsecondary level should encompass the development of all the main powers of the mind through which the studentinterprets, modifies, and enjoys his or her environment.The CurriculumThe IB curriculum can best be displayed as a hexagon with six academic areas surrounding the core. Subjects are studiedconcurrently, and students are exposed to the two great traditions of learning – the humanities and the sciences.Candidates are required to select one subject from each of the six subject groups. Distribution requirements ensure thatthe science-oriented student is challenged to learn a foreign language and the natural linguist becomes familiar withlaboratory procedures. While overall balance is maintained, flexibility in choosing higher level studies allows students topursue areas of personal interest and to meet special requirements for university entrance. The six groups of studyinclude:Group 1 Language A1 (First Language) including the study of selections from World Literature;Group 2 Language B (Second Language) or second Language A;Group 3 Individuals and Societies (Social Sciences);Group 4 Experimental Sciences;Group 5 Mathematics; andGroup 6 The Arts and Electives.Assessment & Evaluation of Student WorkJudgments about the quality of students' work depend not only on internal assessment of course work by school facultyover the four-year period, but also on external assessment and evaluation by a worldwide staff of more than 4,700examiners led by chief examiners with international authority.Unique CharacteristicsThe Diploma Program offers special features in addition to the traditional strengths of a liberal arts curriculum.Theory of Knowledge (TOK) - the key element in the IB educational philosophy. Theory of Knowledge is a requiredinterdisciplinary course, intended to stimulate critical reflection upon the knowledge and experience gained inside andoutside the classroom. TOK challenges students to question the basis of knowledge, to be aware of subjective andideological biases, and to develop a personal mode of thought based on analysis of evidence expressed in rationalargument. TOK seeks to unify the academic subjects and encourage appreciation of other cultural perspectives.Creativity, Action, Service (CAS) - a fundamental part of the diploma curriculum. The CAS requirement acts as a balanceto the demanding academic school program. Participation in theater productions, sports, and community serviceactivities encourages students to share their energies and talents. The goal of educating the whole person and fosteringa more compassionate citizenry becomes real as students reach beyond themselves and their books.Extended Essay - diploma candidates are required to undertake original research and write an extended essay of some4,000 words. This project offers students an opportunity to investigate a topic of special interest and acquaints studentswith the kind of independent research and writing skills expected at a university. Successful completion is also a veryimportant part of a student's overall IB score.70

Award of the IB DiplomaThe award of the IB diploma requires students to meet defined standards and conditions including:Completion of the required sequence of courses in each of the six groups;Acceptable score on assessments in three or four subjects at the higher level;Acceptable score on assessments at the standard level in other subjects;Completion of an extended essay in one of the IB curriculum subjects;Completion of a course in Theory of Knowledge; andCompletion of Creative, Action and Service activities.Students who fail to satisfy all requirements may be awarded a certificate for successful completion of examinations.University RecognitionThe International Baccalaureate Program is recognized by universities in more than 100 countries. Among the UnitedStates universities which have enrolled IB diploma holders are: Carnegie-Mellon, Johns Hopkins University, New YorkUniversity, Dartmouth, MIT, Duke, U.S. Naval, Air Force and Military Academies, Georgetown, Harvard/Radcliffe,Columbia, Brown, Yale, Cornell, Princeton, Stanford, University of California/Berkeley. ALL Florida universities recognizeand enroll IB diploma holders. Many IB students are enrolled in special honors programs at universities.Certainly, an IB diploma can offer a student an "edge" or boost a student's acceptance into a university whereadmittance is competitive. However, other advantages include:In most universities, IB diploma holders receive college credit or advanced standing or a combination of the two;credit for up to a year is not unusual;In Florida, the IB diploma can translate into 30 semester hours in all state universities; andStudents who earn an IB certificate in a specific subject are also frequently awarded credit or advanced standingin that subject.The International Baccalaureate Program provides a service, which is unique in its depth, scope, rigor and internationalemphasis. Fifty-five (55) Florida high schools currently participate in the IB Diploma Program.Frequently Asked QuestionsThe following questions and answers were developed to provide an additional resource for parents and students tolearn more about how the Diploma Program has been implemented by schools in North America and the Caribbean.For additional information on IB, please contact the IBNA office in New York at (212) 696-4464, Vancouver at (604) 733-8980, Toll Free at 1-866-VAN-IBNA, or by email at ibna@ibo.org.1. How is the Diploma Program different from other pre-university academic programs?The Diploma Program is a comprehensive and balanced two-year curriculum and assessment system that requiresstudents to study courses across all disciplines. Within this structured framework, the Diploma Program provides agreat deal of flexibility, accommodating student interest and abilities. Through careful subject selection, studentsmay tailor their course of studies to meet their needs. Regardless of the subject selection, all students will explorethe connections between the six major subject areas, study each subject through an international perspective, willreflect critically on what it means to be a "knower," pursue one subject in great detail through independentresearch, and have the opportunity to apply their knowledge and skills in local and community outreach.Assessment of student achievement happens in a variety of ways throughout the course of the two-year program. Itincludes assessment of the student's work both by outside examiners as well as by the students' own teachers. Allassessment undergoes careful review and moderation to ensure that a common, international standard is appliedequally to the work of students around the world.71

For these reasons, the IB Diploma is recognized by colleges and universities around the world as a university entrycredential. Among North American colleges and universities, the IB Diploma is recognized as a superior education,preparing students to succeed at postsecondary institutions.2. Is a lot of extra homework involved in the Diploma Program?IB courses are typically more challenging than regular high school courses, so students may be asked to do morehomework. The challenge, however, is not always in the amount of homework assigned; rather it is in the quality ofthe assignments and the extent to which students engage those assignments. The added benefit here is thatstudents take greater responsibility for their own learning while they learn the valuable skills of time managementand organization. Diploma students do not have to forego other important parts of high school life. They may stillremain involved in sports, student government, clubs, theater, music, community events, and other extra-curricularactivities. Such activities are incorporated into the Diploma Program through the "CAS" (Creativity, Action andService) requirement.3. The IB Diploma Program sounds like a lot of extra work. What are the advantages of enrolling in an IB program?Students with IB Diplomas, who now attend universities, report that their involvement with IB has given them thetools needed to succeed at a university and to make the most of their postsecondary education. In particular,students comment on their sense of preparedness, self-confidence, research skills, ability to manage their time, andwillingness to be actively engaged in their own learning. More importantly, they have developed a sense of theworld around them, their responsibility to it, and the skills with which to embrace the complexities of life. The IBOoften employs a variety of phrases to describe these traits and abilities: "learning how to learn"; "life-long learners";"critical and compassionate thinkers"; and "informed participants in local and world affairs."4. How does the IBO' s Diploma Program compare with The College Board's Advanced Placement (AP) Program®?Both programs provide students with rich and challenging curricula. Both programs enjoy national and internationalcollege and university recognition. The College Board and the IBO issued a joint publication in 2003, "IB & AP" whichcompares and contrasts both programs. A copy can be found on the IBNA regional pages of the IBO website under"Diploma Program." To decide which program is right, students are encouraged to compare their own interests,abilities, and goals with the requirements of both programs. The local school's AP and IB program coordinatorsshould be able to assist students in reaching their decision.5. What preparation do students need in order to succeed in the Diploma Program?Students prepare for the Diploma Program in a number of ways. Many IB schools have created "pre-IB" programsdesigned to assist students in developing a solid background in such subjects as languages and mathematics.Another excellent preparation for the Diploma Program is the IBO's Middle Years Program, which, besides providinga solid academic foundation, helps students develop a sense of connection between subject areas.6. Can students take individual IB courses or do they have to study the whole Diploma?Yes, students can take individual IB courses; however, the strength of the IB Diploma Program is in the Diplomaitself, and schools are expected to promote the Diploma. Students who enroll in individual courses will receive an IBcertificate noting the courses they took and the marks they earned.7. When do IB students begin taking IB courses?The IB Diploma Program encompasses only the final two years of the secondary school sequence. In North America,this generally refers to grades 11 and 12, although in some schools it refers to grades 12 and 13. These are the onlyyears in which students are permitted to take IB courses. However, to help prepare students for the two-year IBDiploma Program, some schools may enroll students in their locally developed, "pre-IB" programs for the highschool years leading up to the final two years. Although only the last two years make up the actual IB DiplomaProgram, schools often refer to the entire three or four-year sequence (pre-IB plus IB years) as the "DiplomaProgram".72

8. How many IB exams are there and when do students take them?The IBO offers curriculum and exams in over 50 different courses for schools. Generally, students can only sit forexams in courses offered by their IB-authorized school; a typical IB Diploma Program in North America offersbetween 12-15 different IB courses. A student pursuing the full IB Diploma will take six IB exams, including oneliterature course taught in the student's native language, one foreign language, one social science, one experimentalscience, one math, and one arts course. A second social science, a second experimental science, or a third languagecan replace the arts course. Of the six exams, three are completed at the standard level (after a minimum of 150teaching hours) and three are completed at the higher level (after a minimum of 240 teaching hours.)IB students are expected to take their examinations at the conclusion of the two-year Diploma Program. However,the IBO permits students to take one or two standard level examinations at the end of the first year of the DiplomaProgram. The remaining exams are taken at the conclusion of the second year of the Diploma Program. Higher levelexams can only be taken at the end of the second year. In many schools, all examinations are taken in the final year.9. Can I take an IB exam without taking the IB course in that subject?No. Part of the student' s final IB grade comes from work done in the classroom so it is impossible to take an IBexam without having participated in the IB course in that subject.10. Does the IB Diploma Program satisfy my state or provincial requirements?Students who succeed in receiving the IB Diploma will meet the local high school's graduation requirements and,therefore, will receive the local high school diploma. Even if students fail to satisfy all of the IB Diplomarequirements, they will generally have met the school's requirements to receive the local high school diploma. Insome cases, students who participate in the IB Diploma Program will also fulfill the requirements of their state'sstandards examinations or their province's curriculum and examination. Please contact the North American office ofthe IBO for a list of which states or provinces have accepted the IB Diploma as having met their expectations.11. May I take IB examinations even if I am not attending an IB school?No. The IBO permits only students enrolled in and attending IB-authorized schools to participate in an IB programand take IB examinations.12. How can I enroll in the IB program?Each school establishes its own student enrollment policies. We encourage you to contact your school's IB DiplomaProgram coordinator to learn how to enroll your child. You can find the names and addresses of authorized schoolson the IBO website at www.ibo.org. Click on "IB schools directory".13. Can students with special needs participate in an IB program?The IBO has published the established policies for accommodating students with special needs. This publication isavailable from the publications department website at www.ibo.org/ibo/index.cfm/en/ibo/services/publications.Schools are asked to notify the IBO of participating students identified as having special needs. This is especiallyimportant at the time student-learning plans are being developed.14. Does the Middle Years Program lead directly to the Diploma Program?The IBO Middle Years Program (MYP) is an excellent preparation for the Diploma Program. Many of the concepts,program elements, and the underlying philosophy found in the MYP are consistent with those found in the DiplomaProgram. Nevertheless, the MYP is not a prerequisite. Indeed, schools and school districts might not offer both theMYP and Diploma Program. Further, because schools and school districts establish their own enrollment criteria forparticipating in the Diploma Program, a student's prior involvement with the MYP is not a guarantee of entry intothe Diploma Program.73

15. Can students transfer from one Diploma Program school to another?Yes, but while the Diploma Program itself is the same from school to school, the subject choices available tostudents will vary. Economics may be offered at one school, while another offers History of Europe; Language BGerman may be the only option at one school, while another may have five different Language B options – none ofthem German! For this reason, families are encouraged to contact the Diploma Program coordinator at the schoolin the area where they plan to relocate.16. What do colleges and universities think about the Diploma Program?Colleges and universities throughout North America view the IB Diploma Program as providing outstandingpreparation for university work. Additionally, many of the selective institutions have established policies thatrecognize the work students have done. Some universities also offer scholarships to IB graduates. We encourageyou to visit the University and Government page of the IBO website: www.ibo.org/ibo/goto/universities. There youwill be able to research the IB recognition policies of postsecondary institutions throughout the world.17. Can I earn college credit for IB even if I do not earn the full IB diploma?Yes, as of December 2005, according to the Florida State Board of Education Rule/BOG Regulation 6A-10.024,students who earn passing scores for IB exams are awarded college credit according to the equivalenciesdetermined by the Articulation Coordinating Committee (ACC). Refer to the 2008 ACC Credit-By-Exam Equivalenciesfor specific awarded guarantees available at http://www.fldoe.org/articulation/pdf/ACC-CBE.pdf .18. In taking difficult courses, do students' chances improve for qualifying for scholarships and admission touniversities?At a time when increasing numbers of college and university applicants are presenting equally impressive GPAs orpercentages, admission officers must look for other evidence that the student will succeed in the challenges of thenew academic environment. Admission officers look for factors such as the quality of the courses represented onthe transcript, the balance of courses across all disciplines, the record of the student's research abilities, and thedetails of school and community involvement–all requirements of the Diploma Program. Research conducted atseveral North American universities reports that IB Diploma holders do enjoy success in their postsecondary studies,often earning higher grades than their colleagues. Increasingly, universities are actively recruiting IB students byoffering enhanced recognition or scholarships for successful IB work.19. Does an IB Diploma allow students to go abroad to a university?Yes, in many cases. One of the founding ideals of the Diploma Program was to establish an internationallyrecognized system of curriculum and assessment that would be accepted by universities and ministries of educationaround the world. The Diploma Program is accepted by universities in 102 countries. We encourage you to visit theUniversity and Government page of the IBO website: www.ibo.org/ibo/goto/universities. There you will be able toresearch the IB recognition policies of postsecondary institutions throughout the world.20. How do I send a transcript of my IB results to a college or university?Students who have completed IB examinations are encouraged, and often required, to request that a special IBtranscript of their results be sent to the North American college or university they plan to attend. Their DiplomaProgram coordinator should file a request on their behalf while they are still high school students. Transcriptsrequested by current IB students in this way are free. After leaving the secondary school or high school, studentsmay write directly to the North American office of the IBO in New York and request a transcript of results. The lettershould include the student 's name, IB student code number, the IB high school they attended, the year(s) in whichexaminations were taken, and where the transcript should be sent. A fee is charged for transcripts requested in thisway. A check or money order, made out to IBNA, of US$10 or CND$15 should accompany this request. For moreinformation about transcript requests, please call the IB North American office in New York City at (212) 696-4464,or send an email to transcripts.ibna@ibo.org.74

ACC Credit-By-Exam Equivalencies for IBBiologyExamBusiness andManagementChemistryComputer ScienceDesign TechnologyIB Score of 4Minimum 3 credits per exam.BSC X005C or BSC X005/X005LGEB X011 or MAN X604 or MAN X652CHM X020C or CHM X020/X020LCGS X078ETI X410 (3 credits)IB Score of 5-7Minimum 6 credits per exam. Ifcourses listed do not equal 6 credits,institutions must give elective creditor assign own numbersBSC X005C and BSC X010C orBSC X005/X005L and BSC X010/X010GEB X011 or MAN X604 or MAN X652and General Business orManagement course determined byinstitutionCHM X020C or CHM X20/X020L andCHM X045C or CHM X045/045LCGS X078 and other ComputerScience courseETI X410 and other EngineeringTechnologies course determined byinstitutionEconomics ECO X000 ECO X013 and ECO X023Ecosystems andSocietiesEnglish A1EnvironmentalSystemsFilm StudiesFrenchFurther Mathematics(AdvancedMathematics)EVR X017 or EVR X018ENC X101ISC X050 (3 credits)FIL X000 or FIL X001One semester of language credit atElementary Language II level (min 3credits)MHF X202EVR X017 or EVR X018 and otherInterdisciplinary Science orEnvironmental Studies coursedetermined by institutionENC X101 and ENC X102 or LIT X100or LIT X110ISC X050 and other InterdisciplinaryScience or Environmental Sciencecourse determined by institutionFIL X000 or FIL X001 and FIL X002or FIL X420Two semesters of ElementaryLanguage II and IntermediateLanguage I level (min 6 credits)MHF X202 and MHF X209Geography GEA X000 GEO X200 and GEO X400GermanHistoryInformation andTechnology for aGlobal SocietyOne semester of language credit atElementary Language II level (min 3credits)WOH X030No direct equivalent (min 3 credits)Two semesters of ElementaryLanguage II and IntermediateLanguage I level (min 6 credits)WOH X030 and one semester (min. 3credits) of lower-level History electivedepending on student’s choice ofspecialized subject.No direct equivalent (min 6 credits)Islamic History No direct equivalent (min 3 credits) No direct equivalent (min 6 credits)Latin LAT X230 or LAT XXXX LAT X230 and LAT XXXX or LNW XXXXMath MethodsMAC X105MAC X105 and MAC X140 orMAC X140 and MAC X233Math Studies MAT X033 MAT X033 and MGF X106CommentsCGS X078 is unique to this exam.Exam content updated or changedfrequently.ETI X410 is unique to this exam.Interdisciplinary engineeringtechnology course.ISC X050 is unique to this exam.Interdisciplinary environmentalstudies course.No literature creditMHF X209 is unique number for thisexam.No literature creditAll students study 20th-CenturyWorld History. Higher Level studentsalso study a 100-year period between1750 and the present in one ofseveral regions. Standard Levelstudents do a project in any Historysubject.Mathematics MAC X147 MAC X147 and MAC X233 or MAC MAC X147 can substitute for MAC75

ExamIB Score of 4Minimum 3 credits per exam.IB Score of 5-7Minimum 6 credits per exam. Ifcourses listed do not equal 6 credits,institutions must give elective creditor assign own numbersX233 and MAC X311CommentsX140 and MAC X114MusicPhilosophyPhysicsPsychologySocial AnthropologySpanishTheatre ArtsVisual ArtsMUL X010 (3 credits)PHI X010 (min. 3 credits)PHY X020C or PHY X020/X020LPSY X012ANT X410One semester of language credit atElementary Language II level (min 3credits)THE X000 or THE X020ART X012 or ART X014 (3 credits)MUL X010 and additional coursedetermined by institution (6 credits)PHI X010 and additional Philosophycourse (min. 6 credits)PHY X020C or PHY X020/X020L andPHY X009 or PHY X053C or PHYX053/X053L and PHY X054C or PHYX054/X054LPSY X012 and additional coursedetermined by institution.ANT X410 and additional ANT coursedetermined by institution.Two semesters of ElementaryLanguage II and IntermediateLanguage I level (min 6 credits)THE X000 or THE X020 and onesemester (min. 3 credits) credit intheater history, performance,stagecraft, theory or literaturedepending on student’s strengthsART X012 or ART X014 and additionalArt course determined by institution.Exam has music theory, history, andliterature aspects. Emphasis is onpost-Renaissance European musicwith significant additional coverageof alternating world music topics.PHY X009 is a unique number for thisexam.No literature creditAll students study core topics indramatic literature, performance andstagecraft. Higher Level students doan independent project in a TheaterArts subject of their choice.Content will vary widely for eachstudent. All students do both studiowork and research notebooks.Standard Level students choose toemphasize one or the other. HigherLevel students emphasize studiowork. Courses in ART and/or ARHprefix may be appropriate.ADVANCED INTERNATIONAL CERTIFICATE OF EDUCATION (AICE) DIPLOMAAbout AICEThe Advanced International Certificate of Education (AICE) Diploma program is administered and assessed by Universityof Cambridge International Examinations (CIE), a not-for-profit department of the world-renowned University ofCambridge in the UK. CIE offers a wide range of academic and vocational qualifications in more than 150 countries.AICE is an international pre-university curriculum and examination system, which emphasizes the value of broad andbalanced study for academically able students. Its strengths lie in the flexibility and structure of the curriculumencouraging in-depth, working knowledge of each subject, and essay-based examinations of knowledge and skillmastery. AICE courses are equivalent to those offered at U.S. university freshmen level or beyond. Routes to the AICEDiploma are extremely flexible and offer students the opportunity to tailor their studies to individual interests, abilities,and future plans within an international curriculum framework.The AICE program was piloted and studied by the Florida Department of Education for four years in three Florida schooldistricts and since 2001 has been approved for use in any Florida school district looking for an inexpensive, flexibleadvanced academic program for grades 11 and 12. In order to offer these and other CIE assessments, schools mustregister with CIE as Examination Centers.76

Pre-AICE Education – IGCSEThe optional pre-AICE curriculum program, called the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE),was developed in 1985 to meet the need for an internationally focused curriculum appropriate for a wide range ofstudent ability.IGCSE is suitable for grades 9 and 10 and features over 50 subjects with end of course, international criterionreferenced,externally assessed examinations. While schools offering AICE subjects are not required to also offer IGCSEcourses, students are expected to have mastered the IGCSE level of study and skills in a subject before beginning an AICEsubject course.Most IGCSE subjects are offered at two levels: extended and core. The extended level is for students planning toprogress to AICE or other college-level coursework in grades 11 and 12. The core level of IGCSE is suitable for a widerrange of ability student. Students at the core level may find during their course of study that they are actually able tomove to the higher, extended level of IGCSE study and continue on to the AICE program. This possibility opens doors forpreviously unidentified advanced students.Pre-AICE Education - Lower Secondary and Primary EducationFor middle schools, CIE offers the Cambridge Lower Secondary three-year curricula for three subjects: Math, Science andEnglish with externally written formative (Progression) and summative (Checkpoint) assessments. In addition, theCambridge Primary Program curricula, formative progression, and summative achievement assessments in Math,Science and English may be used starting in the second grade.Skills development and assessmentThe Primary, Lower Secondary, core and extended levels of IGCSE, AS and A Levels in AICE all emphasize thedevelopment of higher order thinking skills, oral skills, writing skills, problem solving, real world applications,independent investigative skills, teamwork, and international understanding. Assessment methods include writtenexaminations, laboratory practicals for the science subjects, oral and listening tests for the languages, and courseworkprojects. These examination papers are sent to Cambridge for marking. While teachers are free to develop their ownlesson plans based upon AICE subject syllabi, the variety of CIE assessment methods promotes the use of all thesemethods in the classroom.The Advanced International Certification of Education Curriculum for High School DiplomaSection 1003.428, F.S., effective 2007-08 defines the revised options for earning a high school diploma; graduationrequires successful completion of either a minimum of 24 academic credits in grades 9 through 12, an InternationalBaccalaureate curriculum, or an Advanced International Certificate of Education (AICE) curriculum. The components ofthe AICE curriculum that meet this requirement are as follows:AICE subjectsWithin AICE, there are over 50 subjects from three curriculum areas:1. Mathematics and Sciences2. Languages3. Arts and Humanities.Most subjects may be studied either at the Advanced (A) Level, which has been offered worldwide for over 50 years, orat the Advanced Subsidiary (AS) Level. A Level examinations require two years (360 hours) of study in a subject while ASLevel examinations cover the first year (180 hours) of the two-year A Level syllabi. Students are allowed to choosespecific subjects and levels of study for each.It is possible to take the AS Level examination one year and then continue study in that subject and take the remainingexamination papers (called A2) required for an A Level examination the following year. Alternatively, students may opt77

to wait until after the second year of study to take all the examination papers at the A Level. Other students may chooseto study a subject for a year and be assessed only at the AS Level and then select a different subject to study and beassessed at the A Level the following year.Completion of the AICE curriculum requires students to complete six AICE courses and take the examinations for eachwith at least one course and examination from each of the three subject areas: Mathematics & Sciences, Languages, andArts & Humanities.In the AICE Diploma qualification scheme, passing AS Level examinations earn one credit and each passing A Levelexamination counts for two credits. In addition, there is a Research Project option worth one credit, which requires astudent to write two essays of 3,000 to 3,500 words each from two different subjects for which AS or A Levelexaminations are taken. Students pursuing a full AICE Diploma must earn a total of six credits and include at least onesubject examination from each of the three curriculum areas at either AS or A Level.The AICE Diploma is awarded at Distinction, Merit or Pass level depending on the passing grades earned on the AICEsubject examinations. For AICE exams, the CIE passing letter grades range from A to E with A being the highest. Thelowest passing grade of E is equivalent to a US grade of C or a 3 on an Advanced Placement examination. Students maytake up to 13 months to earn the six credits required for an AICE Diploma. Students who do not qualify for an AICEDiploma will receive AS or A Level General Certificate of Education (GCE) subject certificates for the subjectexaminations passed. Students who complete the AICE curriculum will be provided with the best possible foundationfor advanced postsecondary studies anywhere in the world.AICE Exams and College CreditsBoth AS and A Levels are considered college level courses of study and students passing these examinations with aCambridge grade of E or higher may receive up to 30 hours of college credit or advanced standing based on their scoresin these examinations from universities throughout the United States and all public universities and colleges in Florida.Credit is typically awarded based on each subject and examination grade earned. Refer to the ACC Credit-By-ExamEquivalencies for specific awarded guarantees available at http://www.fldoe.org/articulation/pdf/ACC-CBE.pdf.AICE Diploma and Curriculum completion to qualify for Florida Bright Futures ScholarshipsStudents who have earned an AICE Diploma and completed an approved 75-hour community service programautomatically qualify for the Florida Academic Scholars Award (100% tuition) from the Florida Bright Futures ScholarshipProgram. Students who complete the AICE curriculum (see above curriculum definition) with best composite score of1270 SAT or 28 ACT and 75 hours of community service will also receive the Florida Academic Scholars Award. S tudentswho have completed the AICE curriculum with best composite score of 970 SAT or 20 ACT will receive the FloridaMedallion Scholars Award (75% tuition) from the Florida Bright Futures Scholarship Program.How to find out moreFor additional information about the AICE program, please contact CIE's U.S. Representative, Sherry Reach, at (850) 230-4770 or email cieusrep@comcast.net.To see a list of subjects, downloadable syllabi and sample examination papers, please visit the CIE website atwww.cie.org.uk/usa (the CIE USA webpage). Click on blue "Qualifications" link near top of page and then select thedesired level of qualification link on pink left side menu.78

ACC Credit-By-Exam Equivalencies for AICEExamAccounting (AS-Level)Accounting (A-Level)Art and Design (AS-Level)Art and Design (A-Level)Biology (AS-Level)Biology (A-Level)Business Studies (AS-Level)Business Studies (A-Level)Chemistry (AS-Level)Chemistry (A-Level)Classical Studies (AS-LevelComputing (AS-Level)Computing (A-Level)Design and Technology (AS-Level)Design and Technology (A-Level)Economics (AS-Level)Economics (A-Level)English (AS-Level) – EnglishLanguage or Language &Literature in EnglishEnglish (AS-Level) – Literature inEnglishEnglish (A-Level) – Literature inEnglishEnvironmental Management (AS-Level)French Language (AS-Level)French Literature (AS-Level)French (A-Level)Further Mathematics (A-Level)General PaperGeography (AS-Level)Geography (A-Level)German Language (AS-Level)German (A-Level)History (AS-Level)Passing Score of "A", "B", "C", "D", "E"(grades are not based on the American"A" – "F" grading scale)ACG X001 (min 3 credits)ACG X001 and ACG XXXX (min 6 credits)No number recommendation (min 3 credits)No number recommendation (min 6 credits)BSC X005C or BSC X005/X005L (min 4 credits)BSC X010C or BSC X010/X010L and additional credit atinstitution’s discretion, based on optional topics studied (min 7credits)GEB X011 (min 3 credits)GEB X011 and GEB XXXX (min 6 credits)CHM X020C or CHM X020/020L or CHM X025C or CHMX025/025L(min 4 credits)CHM X020C or CHM X020/020L or CHM X025C or CHMX025/025L and CHM X045C or CHM X045/045L (min 8 credits)CLA X010 (min. 3 credits)CGS X073 (min 3 credits)CGS X073 and CGS X074 (min 6 credits)ETI X482C (min 3 credits)ETI X482C or ETI X482/482L and ETI XXXX (min 6 credits)ECO X000 (min 3 credits)ECO X013 and ECO X023 (min 6 credits)ENC X101 (min 3 credits)ENC X101 or ENC X102 (min 3 credits)ENC X101 and X102 or ENC X102 and LIT X100 (min 6 credits)EVR X001C or EVR X001/X001L or ISC XXXX (min 3 credits)At least one semester of language credit up to elementary II level(min 3 credits)One semester of literature survey credit (min 3 credits)At least two semesters of language credit up to intermediate IIlevel(min 6 credits)MAC X311 and MAC X312IDS X110 (min. 3 credits)GEA X000 (min 3 credits)GEO X200 and GEO X400 (min 6 credits)At least one semester of language credit up to elementary II level(min 3 credits)At least two semesters of language credit up to intermediate IIlevel(min 6 credits)Three credits for each successfully passed paper, subject toinstitutional review.CommentsCGS X073 is a unique number for thisexam.CGS X073 and CGS X074 are uniquenumbers for this examAward credit for ENC X102 if studenthas credit for X101.Award credit for ENC X102/LITX006 ifstudent has credit for ENC X101.Only offered at AS-levelThere are six choices of "papers" orexams covering different geographical79

ExamHistory (A-Level)Latin (AS-Level)Marine Science (AS-Level)Marine Science (A-Level)Mathematics (AS-Level)Mathematics (A-Level)Music (AS-Level)Music (A-Level)Physics (AS-Level)Physics (A-Level)Psychology (AS-Level)Psychology (A-Level)Sociology (AS-Level)Sociology (A-Level)Spanish Language (AS-Level)Spanish Literature (AS-Level)Spanish (A-Level)Passing Score of "A", "B", "C", "D", "E"(grades are not based on the American"A" – "F" grading scale)Six credits for each successfully passed paper, subject toinstitutional review.At least one semester of language credit up to elementary II level(min 3 credits)OCE X001 (min. 3 credits)OCE X001 and OCB X000 (min. 6 credits)MAC X147 or MAC X140/X114 (min 4 credits)MAC X311 and other Mathematics course (min 6 credits)MUH X001 (min. 3 credits)MUH X001 and MUH X011 or MUH X012 (min. 6 credits)PHY X020C or PHY X020/X020L (min 3 credits)PHY X053C or PHY X053/X053L and PHY X054C or PHYX054/X054L(min 8 credits)PSY X012 (min 3 credits)PSY X012 and other Psychology course (min 6 credits)No course or credit recommendationSYG X000 (min 3 credits)At least one semester of language credit up to elementary II level(min 3 credits)One semester of literature survey credit (min 3 credits)At least two semesters of language credit up to intermediate IIlevel(min 6 credits)Commentsareas and periods. Examinations arerigorous but do not align easily withfrequently-taught American collegecourses. Institutions should assigncourse equivalents based on eachstudent’s curriculum, and may needmore information than is available onstudents’ score reports or transcripts.There are six choices of "papers" orexams covering different geographicalareas and periods. Examinations arerigorous but do not align easily withfrequently-taught American collegecourses. Institutions should assigncourse equivalents based on eachstudent’s curriculum, and may needmore information than is available onstudents’ score reports or transcripts.MAC X147 is composed of topics inboth MAC X114 and MAC X140.Students are tested on a corecurriculum roughly equivalent to MACX311 as well as on one or two optionaltopics. Institutions may need moreinformation than is available onstudents score reports or transcripts.Choice of MUH X011 or MUH X012dependent on musical selections inComponents 3, 4, and 5.80

COLLEGE-LEVEL EXAMINATION PROGRAM® (CLEP)CLEP is a College Board program that offers students of any age the opportunity to earn college credit by earningqualifying scores on any one or more of 34 examinations. CLEP exams provide an opportunity for high school studentsto earn college credit in subject areas for which no AP Exams are available, such as Sociology, College Algebra,Accounting, or Precalculus; or for which your high school does not yet offer an AP course.CLEP exams do not relate to a specifically designed college-level course taught in high school. Rather, CLEP exams testmastery of college-level material acquired through a variety of ways – such as through general academic instruction,significant independent study, or extracurricular work. Typically, CLEP candidates study on their own for theexaminations.Each exam is approximately 90 minutes long and, except for English Composition with Essay, is comprised of multiplechoicequestions; however, some exams do have other types of questions. Students obtain their score report uponcompletion of the exam, except for English Composition with Essay (students receive a score report after the essay hasbeen graded, usually two to three weeks after the test date). Postsecondary institutions grant three to 12 collegecredits for each CLEP exam passed. Refer to the 2009 ACC Credit-By-Exam Equivalencies for specific awarded guaranteesavailable at http://www.fldoe.org/articulation/pdf/ACC-CBE.pdf. No high school credit is awarded for CLEP exams.Over 2,900 colleges and universities have CLEP credit-granting and/or placement policies. CLEP exams are administeredyear-round on computers at over 1,500 college test centers. The fee for each CLEP exam is $72. Most test centerscharge an administration fee, usually $15 to $20. A current list of all test centers is available atwww.collegeboard.com/CLEPtestcenters. Students must contact the site directly for information about registration,scheduling, and fees.For additional information about CLEP, please contact the College Board's Florida Office at (850) 521-4900 or emailclep@collegeboard.org.ACC Credit-By-Exam Equivalencies for CLEPAccounting, Principles ofAlgebra, CollegeAlgebra-Trigonometry, CollegeAmerican GovernmentAmerican LiteratureAnalyzing and Interpreting LiteratureExam Scale Score of 50 for Passing CommentsACG X001 (min. 3 credits)MAC X105 (min. 3 credits)MAC X147 (min. 4 credits)POS X041 (min. 3 credits)AML X000 (min. 3 credits)No direct equivalent. RecommendAmerican or English Literature examsinstead.Retired June 30, 2007. Replaced by "FinancialAccounting".MAC X147 can substitute for MAC X140 andMAC X114. Retired June 30, 2006.Biology, General BSC X005 (min. 3 credits) No lab creditBusiness Law, Introduction toCalculusBUL X241 (min. 3 credits)MAC X233 (min. 3 credits)Chemistry, General CHM X020 or X025 (min. 3 credits) No lab creditEducational Psychology, Introduction toEnglish Composition with EssayEnglish LiteratureFrench LanguageEDP X002 (min. 3 credits)ENC X101 (min. 3 credits)ENL X000 (min. 3 credits)On Level I French Language exam—onesemester of Elementary Language I (min 3credits)On Level 2 French Language exam-score of 59earns a minimum of two semesters ofElementary Language I and II (min 6 credits). Noliterature credit81

Freshman CompositionGerman LanguageHistory of the United States I: EarlyColonizations to 1877History of the United States II: 1865 toPresentHuman Growth and DevelopmentHumanitiesInformation Systems and ComputerApplicationsMacroeconomics, Principles ofManagement, Principles ofMarketing, Principles ofMathematics, CollegeMicroeconomics, Principles ofNatural SciencePrecalculusPsychology, IntroductorySocial Science and HistorySociology, IntroductorySpanish LanguageExam Scale Score of 50 for Passing CommentsNo direct equivalent. Recommend EnglishComposition with Essay instead.On Level I German Language exam—onesemester of Elementary Language I (min 3credits)AMH 010 (min. 3 credits)AMH 020 (min. 3 credits)DEP X004 (min. 3 credits)HUM X235 or HUM X250 (min. 3 credits)CGS X077 (min. 3 credits)ECO X013 (min. 3 credits)MAN X021 (min. 3 credits)MAR X011 (min. 3 credits)MGF X106 or MGF X107 (min. 3 credits)ECO X023 (min. 3 credits)No direct equivalent. Recommend specificsubject exams instead.MAC X140 (min 3 credits)PSY X012 (min. 3 credits)No direct equivalent. Recommend specificsubject exams instead.SYG X000 (min. 3 credits)On Level I Spanish Language exam—onesemester of Elementary Language I (min 3credits)Trigonometry MAC X114 (min. 2 credits) Retired June 30, 2006.Western Civilization I: Ancient Near East to1648Western Civilization II: 1648 to PresentEUH X000 (min. 3 credits)EUH X001 (min. 3 credits)On Level 2 German Language exam—score of 60earns a minimum of two semesters ofElementary Language I and II (min 6 credits). Noliterature creditInterdisciplinary exam: 50% literature and 50%fine artsCGS X077 is unique to this exam. Exam contentupdated frequentlyExam covers sets (10%), Logic (10%), RealNumbers (20%), Functions and Graphs (20%),Probability and Statistics (25%), and additionalAlgebra topics (15%)Interdisciplinary exam: 50% Biological Scienceand 50% Physical Science (incl. Physics,Chemistry, Astronomy, and Geology)Interdisciplinary exam: 40% History (U.S.,Western, and World) and 60% Social Sciences(Government, Sociology, Economics,Psychology, Geography, and Anthropology)On Level 2 Spanish Language exam—score of 63earns a minimum of two semesters ofElementary Language I and II (min 6 credits). Noliterature credit.82

SEAMLESS TRANSITION WITHIN FLORIDAFLORIDA'S 2+2 SYSTEMMany students begin their college education in the Florida College System, and plan to transfer to pursue a bachelor'sdegree at one of Florida's public or independent four-year colleges or universities. Many of the juniors and seniors inthe State University System (SUS), as well as many students attending independent four-year colleges and universities,began their postsecondary work at a Florida College. Florida is nationally recognized for its highly effective articulationbetween and among institutions. For instance, in Florida's 2+2 System, students:Can complete the two-year Associate in Arts (AA) degree at a Florida College;Are guaranteed admission with an AA to at least one of the SUS institutions; andCan transition to a four-year institution to complete the baccalaureate degree.STATE UNIVERSITY TRANSFER ADMISSION REQUIREMENTSAlthough completion of a Florida College System AA degree guarantees admission to the SUS, it does not guaranteeadmission to the institution of choice or to all programs at all universities. Common prerequisite courses have beenidentified for more than two hundred university baccalaureate degree programs across all public institutions.Additionally, some degree programs are designated as limited access programs because their admission requirementsare more selective than an institution's general admission requirements. These more stringent requirements mayinclude a higher grade point average and/or test scores, or auditions and/or portfolios. In such programs, selection foradmission is competitive. Students should work with college counselors to make sure they take the required coursesand meet other criteria for entry into a university program of choice. The selection and enrollment criteria for limitedaccess programs have been published in institutional catalogs, counseling manuals, and other appropriate documents.ARTICULATION AGREEMENTSStatewide Articulation AgreementThe Statewide Articulation Agreement provides for the seamless transfer process between and among Floridapostsecondary institutions. This agreement ensures that if a student completes the AA degree, admission to at leastone of the SUS institutions is guaranteed. It protects the transfer of equivalent courses and the general educationprogram satisfactorily completed by students during their freshman and sophomore years at Florida public institutions.Additional information about statewide articulation can be found online athttp://www.fldoe.org/articulation/pdf/statewide-postsecondary-articulation-manual.pdf.Gold Standard Career PathwaysThe State Board of Education approved Statewide Career and Technical Education Articulation Agreements which arebased on industry certifications. This supports the Department’s Next Generation Areas of Focus effort Number 3 - “toexpand opportunities for postsecondary degrees and certificates.” These agreements are intended to be a minimumguarantee of articulated credit and do not preclude institutions from granting additional credit based on localagreements. Additional information can be found at http://www.fldoe.org/workforce/dwdframe/artic_indcert2aas.asp.Independent Colleges & Universities of Florida (ICUF) AgreementThe Florida College System has an articulation agreement with the Independent Colleges and Universities of Florida(ICUF). The agreement establishes the provisions for the transfer of AA degree students into private colleges anduniversities. It guarantees that Florida College System AA degree students will enter as juniors, receive at least 60credit hours toward their bachelor's degree, and receive recognition for the general education core completed at theFlorida College System institution. Please access www.FACTS.org to view a list of the participating independent collegesand universities that have recognized this agreement.83

GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTSFlorida also has a general education agreement. The state's 36-hour general education program is designed to introducecollege and university students to the fundamental knowledge, skills, and values that are essential to the study ofacademic disciplines. General education requirements include courses within the subject areas of communications,humanities, mathematics, natural sciences, and social sciences. Each institution develops its own general educationprogram, but the statewide general education agreement stipulates that public universities and those participating ICUFinstitutions cannot require students to take additional general education courses if they have already successfullycompleted a general education sequence at another public institution.FLORIDA STATEWIDE COURSE NUMBERING SYSTEMFlorida's Statewide Course Numbering System (SCNS) is a classification system for courses offered at public universities,Florida Colleges, career and technical education centers, and selected non-public institutions. Institution courses areassigned by faculty discipline coordinators to appropriate discipline areas and course numbers. A course is identified bya prefix, level digit, course number, and lab code.The prefix is a three letter alphabetic acronym or abbreviation representing a broad content area.The level digit represents pre-college, or the year in college the course is generally taken.0 = College preparatory or vocational1-2 = Lower level undergraduate courses3-4 = Upper level undergraduate courses5-9 = Graduate and professional coursesA three-digit course number represents the specific content of the course.The lab code is used to indicate that the course is a laboratory, which may be taken with a correspondinglynumbered lecture or that a laboratory component is included in the course.L = Laboratory courseC = Combination lecture/laboratoryThe following is an example of a course identifier:Prefix Level Digit Course Number Lab CodeENC 1 101In this example, ENC 1101 is Freshman Composition I within the English Language and Literature discipline. The courseis a lecture only, with no laboratory component.The Statewide Course Numbering System facilitates the transfer of students among Florida's postsecondary institutions.Courses that have the same academic content and taught by faculty with comparable credentials to faculty at receivinginstitutions are assigned the same prefix and number and considered equivalent courses. By Florida law, an institutionaccepting a transfer student from another participating institution must award credit for equivalent courses at thereceiving institution. Credit awarded in transfer must satisfy the requirements of the receiving institution on the samebasis as credits earned by native students. Excluded from this guaranteed transfer are:1. College preparatory and vocational preparatory courses;2. Applied courses in the performing arts (dance, interior design, music, studio art, theater);3. Clinical courses in health related areas;4. Skill courses in Criminal Justice;5. Graduate courses;6. Courses with the last three digits ranging from 900 – 999;7. Courses not offered at the receiving institution; and8. Courses offered at non-regionally accredited institutions prior to the established transfer date.84

TRANSFER STUDENT BILL OF RIGHTSStudents who graduate from a Florida College System institution with an Associate of Arts (AA) degree are guaranteedthe following rights under the Statewide Articulation Agreement (State Board of Education Rule/BOG ArticulationResolution 6A-10.024):Admission to one of the eleven state universities, except to limited access programs (see "State UniversityTransfer Admission Requirements" above);Acceptance of at least 60 semester hours by the state universities;Adherence to the university degree/program requirements, based on the catalog in effect at the time thestudent first enters a Florida College System institution, provided the student maintains continuousenrollment;Transfer of equivalent courses under the Statewide Course Numbering System (SCNS);Acceptance by the state universities of credits earned in accelerated programs (e.g., CLEP, AP, DualEnrollment, Early Admission, International Baccalaureate, and AICE);No additional General Education Core requirements;Advance knowledge of selection criteria for limited access programs; andEqual opportunity with native university students to enter limited access programs.**NOTE – Students earning an AA degree at a Florida College System institution are guaranteed admission with 60semester hours into the State University System. However, admission into a specific program at a given university maynot be assured:Some degree programs may include additional admission requirements. These programs are referred to as"limited access" programs; andThese more stringent requirements may include a higher grade point average and/or higher test scores,additional courses or prerequisites, or auditions and/or portfolios.Should a guarantee be denied, students have the right to appeal (see "How to Appeal an Admission or TransferDifficulty" below). Each state university and community college shall make available established appeal proceduresthrough the respective articulation officers.ARTICULATION COORDINATING COMMITTEEThe Articulation Coordinating Committee is responsible for recommending polices to ensure that students can moveeasily and efficiently from one Florida institution to another and from one level of education to the next. It includesrepresentatives appointed by the Commissioner of Education from the Florida College System, state universities, privatecolleges and universities, public and non-public schools, and career and technical education centers. The ArticulationCoordinating Committee reviews violations of statewide transfer policies and advises the State Board of Education andthe Board of Governors on potential resolutions to statewide transfer policy issues.HOW TO APPEAL AN ADMISSION OR TRANSFER DIFFICULTYPrior to contacting the Department of Education, the student should pursue all available appeal options at thepostsecondary institution level. The student should keep a copy of all correspondence and a log of all telephonecontacts. If the denial is upheld at the postsecondary level and there is still a question of potential violation of theArticulation Agreement, the student may contact the Office of Articulation for assistance. The Office of Articulation, inconsultation with the Articulation Coordinating Committee, will review and attempt to resolve all student transferdifficulties.Florida Department of EducationOffice of Articulation325 W. Gaines St., Suite 1401Tallahassee, FL 32399-040085

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FINANCIAL AIDHOW TO APPLY FOR FINANCIAL AIDPaying for college is not always easy. College costs rise each year and many students and their families need some formof financial assistance to help pay these costs. The following suggestions will help facilitate the financial aid process.Students should contact their high school guidance counselor to inquire about federal, state, and other sourcesof student assistance programs.Students should complete the Initial Student Florida Financial Aid Application, available online atwww.FloridaStudentFinancialAid.org, to be considered for State of Florida student financial aid programs,including the Florida Bright Futures Scholarship Program. This application opens December 1, 2009 for 2010-11academic year funding.Students should contact the college/school they want to attend and request a financial aid application packet.The packet will provide them with information about the financial aid programs the school offers and the formsthey will need to complete.Each college will request that students complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), availableonline at www.fafsa.ed.gov. Some colleges will also require completion of other forms. Be sure to contact thecollege to inquire about other forms that the financial aid office may require.Application processing can take four weeks to four months from the date the completed forms are mailedbefore the student is notified of his or her award.If possible, students should apply for financial aid in January or February before the academic year they plan tobegin college. A late application may reduce the amount of money the student ultimately receives. The earlyapplication date ensures students a better chance of being considered for all available programs. Someprograms, however, such as the Federal Pell Grant and the Federal Stafford Loan, are open for applicationthroughout the year.TYPES OF FINANCIAL AIDFinancial aid is money provided by various agencies (federal, state and local governments, public and privatepostsecondary institutions, community organizations, and private corporations or individuals) to help students meet thecosts of attending college. It includes gift aid (grants and scholarships) and self-help (loans and student employment).Scholarships are based on academic or athletic achievement, but financial need may also be considered.Scholarships are considered gift aid because they do not have to be paid back. Scholarships are awarded bystates, institutions, departments, private companies, and individuals.Grants are gift aid awarded to students who demonstrate financial need. Grants do not have to be repaid.Student loan programs offer long-term, low-interest educational loans, which may allow students to deferrepayment until after graduation, withdrawal, or termination of attendance. Students must file the FAFSA to beconsidered for any federal loan program. The Florida Department of Education, Office of Student FinancialAssistance (OSFA) serves as a guaranty agency for the Federal Family Education Loan Program (FFELP). In its roleas a guaranty agency, OSFA puts money back into financial aid activities that benefit Florida's families. You mayreach the Florida Guaranty Agency toll-free at 1-800-366-3475.87

Students can obtain part-time employment to assist in meeting their college costs and, if possible, gain workexperience in a field related to their chosen profession. Jobs may or may not require special skills.Important Financial Aid ContactsOnline FAFSA Application: www.fafsa.ed.gov.FAFSA Status, Aid Report and General Financial Aid Questions (Federal Student Aid Information Center): toll-free1-800-4-FED AID (1-800-433-3243); Hearing Impaired Students: 1-800-730-8913 (TDD).State of Florida Scholarships and Grants:www.FloridaStudentFinancialAid.org or Florida Department of Education, Office of Student Financial Assistance,State Programs, 1940 North Monroe Street, Suite 70, Tallahassee, FL 32303; 1-888-827-2004.Student Loans: http://www.floridastudentfinancialaid.org/FFELP/ffelp_homepage.html or you may call theOSFA Customer Service Center at 1-800-366-3475.Important DatesFederal Grants: July 2, 2008 (FAFSA must have been received by this date for any 2008-09 Federal Grants) andJuly 2, 2009 (for 2009-10 Federal Grants).Florida Student Assistance Grant: For the 2010-11 academic year, the FAFSA deadline for the Florida StudentAssistance Grant (FSAG) is established by the postsecondary institution the student attends. APPLY EARLY!Bright Futures: For 2010 high school graduates, all students must complete the Initial Student Florida FinancialAid Application by high school graduation to be considered for an award under the Florida Bright FuturesScholarship Program.Some Financial Aid AcronymsAGI: Adjusted Gross IncomeCOA: Cost of AttendanceEFC: Expected Family ContributionFAFSA: Free Application for Federal Student AidFRAG: Florida Resident Access GrantFSAG: Florida Student Assistance GrantOPS: Other Personal Services (part-time employment program)OSFA: Office of Student Financial Assistance (Tallahassee)PLUS: (Federal) Parent Loan for Undergraduate StudentSAR: Student Aid ReportSEOG: (Federal) Supplemental Educational Opportunity GrantPart-Time Students with DisabilitiesStudents with a documented disability, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, are eligible to be consideredfor state financial aid while attending an eligible postsecondary institution on a part-time basis. Financial aid awardsshall be prorated based on the number of credit hours taken. State Board of Education Rule 6A-20.111, FAC, establishesthe criteria for documentation. Students should see a financial aid officer at their institution for necessary informationand accommodation.In addition, students attending Florida private or public postsecondary institutions who require adult norm-referencedtesting to qualify for accommodations under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act of 2004 or theAmericans with Disabilities Act of 1990 may qualify to have the cost of this testing included in their institution's Cost of88

Attendance (COA). Indirect restoration of such costs will be dependent upon the student's individual need and theavailability of financial aid at the institution the student is attending. Students should see a financial aid officer at theirinstitution for necessary information.FACT AND FICTION ABOUT COLLEGE COSTSWith all the publicity about elite private colleges with $30,000-a-year price tags, many students and parents havemisconceptions about how much it actually costs to attend college. One California study found that high schoolstudents overestimated the tuition cost of public universities by several thousand dollars! Such perceptions can havenegative effects on students' and parents' ambitions. Fiction: My family can't afford the $20,000+ a year that it takes to go to college. Fact: Full-time tuition at Florida public universities is only about $2,700 a year. A four-year degree costs less than anew car and will pay for itself many times over in graduates' higher incomes. At community colleges, tuition is evenlower, generally under $1,750 a year. Living expenses are extra, but you'd have those even if you didn't go tocollege! Fiction: Tuition fees pay for the full cost of running public colleges and universities. Fact: Only out-of-state students pay the full cost. Florida resident tuition is set at about 25% of the cost ofinstruction. The state pays 75%. In effect, every resident receives a 75% "scholarship." It's a bargain you shouldn'tmiss! Fiction: If I don't have money for tuition and living expenses, I can't go to college. Fact: Money should not be a reason for a qualified student not to go to college. Most students in Florida receivesome kind of financial aid. Those who qualify for the Florida Bright Futures Scholarships are paid the equivalent of75-100% of tuition and fees at a public state university or community college. The federal Hope Tax Credit alsohelps some families get reimbursed for the first two years of college. Many sources of need-based aid are alsoavailable. On- or off-campus jobs and low-interest loans can help pay living expenses for some low- and middleincomestudents. Many students with few resources manage to work their way through college. Before saying youcan't afford it, call a college financial aid office to discuss your options! Fiction: Students and parents shouldn't take out loans for college. Fact: Most financial planners agree that if you're careful and don't take out too much, student loans, unlike car loansor credit cards, can be "good debt." That is, they represent an investment that will pay for itself. A student whograduates with $25,000 in student loans and gets a job paying $30,000 a year will have a higher standard of livingthan a student who doesn't attend college and has a job paying $20,000 a year. Many families qualify for subsidizedloans with low interest and flexible repayment plans. Student loans are also easier to get than many other loans. Fiction: Private colleges are for rich kids. Fact: Some private colleges are more expensive than others. Many of the most expensive ones also have the mostgenerous financial aid programs for low-income families. Even middle class students who attend private collegesoften receive "discounts" from full tuition. Getting into selective private colleges isn't easy, but qualified studentsshouldn't shy away for financial reasons. Colleges want students with diverse backgrounds and may make generousfinancial aid offers to low-income students with good academic credentials. In addition, Florida offers scholarshipsto resident students who attend in-state private colleges. Some families find out that when financial aid offers areconsidered, a seemingly "pricey" private college is less expensive than a public one.89

FEDERAL FINANCIAL AID PROGRAMSAcademic Competitiveness and SMART GrantsPresident Bush signed into law the Academic Competitiveness Grant on February 8, 2006, as part of the HigherEducation Reconciliation Act of 2005. The grant is intended to encourage high school students to complete challengingand rigorous coursework in high school, which will likely increase their success in college and lead them to pursuecollege majors in high demand in the global economy.National Science and Mathematics Access to Retain Talent (SMART) Grants will be available to students for their thirdand fourth years of college (or fifth year of a five-year program) if they major in mathematics, science (includingphysical, life, and computer sciences), technology, engineering, or a critical foreign language.See the links below for additional U.S. Department of Education (ED) information and Florida eligibility criteria options.ED Student Eligibility Options for Academic Grants:http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ope/ac-smart-families.htmlFlorida Eligibility Criteria Options: http://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/about/ac-smart/2009/fl09.docFederal Pell Grant ProgramDescription: The Federal Pell Grant Program is a need-based grant provided to degree or certificate-seekingundergraduate students who have not received their first baccalaureate degree. It is considered as gift aid and does nothave to be repaid. Pell Grants are awarded to students with exceptional need.Eligibility: Eligibility for a Pell Grant is determined by the completion of the FAFSA and calculated by FederalMethodology. The hours enrolled determine the payment amount. Full time awards range from $976 to $5,350 peracademic year.Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity GrantDescription: The Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) is a need-based grant provided todegree-seeking undergraduate students who have not received their first baccalaureate degree. It is considered as giftaid and does not have to be repaid. FSEOG is awarded to students with exceptional need.Eligibility: Eligibility for FSEOG is determined by the completion of the FAFSA. Awards range from $100 to $4,050 peracademic year.Federal Work Study ProgramDescription: The Federal Work Study Program is available to undergraduate and graduate students, and studentsseeking a second baccalaureate or professional degrees. It is considered self-help aid and does not have to be repaid.Students can be employed on-campus or by authorized off-campus employers or community service agencies.Eligibility: Eligibility for the Federal Work Study Program is determined by the completion of the FAFSA.Federal Perkins Loan ProgramDescription: The Federal Perkins Loan Program is a need-based, low-interest loan awarded by the institution. Prioritymust be given to students with exceptional financial need. The interest rate is 5% and there is no origination fee.Repayment of a Federal Perkins Loan is deferred until nine months after graduation or termination of at least half-timeattendance.Eligibility: Applicants must complete the FAFSA. Loan maximums are as follows:$4,000/year for undergraduate study and $6,000/year for graduate study;90

$20,000 cumulative for undergraduates who have not completed undergraduate program; and$40,000 cumulative for graduate students, inclusive of loans borrowed for undergraduate study.The Federal Family Education Loan ProgramDescription: The Federal Family Education Loan Program (FFELP) is authorized in Part B of Title IV of the HigherEducation Act of 1965, as amended. Under the FFELP, students and their parents can obtain low-cost education loans tohelp pay for the cost of higher education.Eligibility: Students must complete the FAFSA to apply for a loan under this program. There are several types ofeducation loans currently offered under the FFELP:Subsidized Federal Stafford Loan: Subsidized Federal Stafford Loans are available to eligible students attendingparticipating postsecondary schools. A student who demonstrates financial need is eligible to have the federalgovernment pay the interest on the loan to the lender until repayment of the loan begins and during any defermentperiods. The student is allowed a grace period (usually six months) after leaving school or dropping below half-timeenrollment before repayment begins. Repayment of the loan is scheduled over a maximum period of ten years or 25years for borrowers eligible for an extended repayment schedule.Unsubsidized Federal Stafford Loan: Unsubsidized Federal Stafford Loans are available to eligible students attendingparticipating postsecondary schools. A student who does not demonstrate sufficient financial need is typically eligiblefor an unsubsidized Stafford loan. An unsubsidized Stafford loan can also be used to supplement a subsidized Staffordloan. An unsubsidized Stafford loan borrower does not have any interest paid on his or her behalf by the federalgovernment; such a borrower is responsible for paying to the lender all interest that accrues on the loan from the timethe loan is disbursed until it is paid in full. Otherwise, the terms of an unsubsidized Stafford loan are the same as thosefor a subsidized Stafford loan.Additional unsubsidized Stafford loan limits applicable to undergraduate students are increased for loans first disbursedon or after July 1, 2008. Subsidized limits (up to base amount) are unchanged. For students enrolled as regular studentsin eligible programs, annual Stafford loan limits are as follows:Dependent Students(Excluding Students Whose Parents Cannot Borrow PLUS)Base AmtSub/UnsubAdditional Unsubsidized Loan AmountLoan disbursedprior toJuly 1, 2008Loans disbursedon or afterJuly 1, 2008First-year undergraduate $3,500 0 $2,000Second-year undergraduate $4,500 0 $2,000Third-year and beyond undergraduate $5,500 0 $2,000Independent Undergraduate Students and DependentStudents Whose Parents Cannot Borrow PLUSBase AmtSub/UnsubAdditional Unsubsidized Loan AmountLoans disbursedprior toJuly 1, 2008Loans disbursedon or afterJuly 1, 2008First-year undergraduate $3,500 $4,000 $6,000Second-year undergraduate $4,500 $4,000 $6,000Third-year and beyond undergraduate $5,500 $5,000 $7,000Base AmtSub/UnsubAdditional Unsubsidized Loan AmountGraduate and Professional Students $8,500 Unchanged at $12,00091

Annual Loan Limits for Preparatory Coursework and Teacher CertificationDependent Students(Excluding Students Whose Parents Cannot Borrow PLUS)Base AmtSub/UnsubAdditional Unsubsidized Loan AmountLoans disbursedprior toJuly 1, 2008Preparatory coursework (for enrollment in anundergraduate program)$2,625 0Preparatory coursework (for enrollment in a graduate orprofessional program)$5,500 0Teacher certification coursework $5,500 0Independent Students (and Dependent Students WhoseParents Cannot Borrow PLUS)Base AmtSub/UnsubLoans disbursedon or afterJuly 1, 2008Additional Unsubsidized Loan AmountLoans disbursedprior toJuly 1, 2008Loans disbursedon or afterJuly 1, 2008Preparatory coursework (for enrollment in an$2,625 $4,000 $6,000undergraduate program)Preparatory coursework (for enrollment in a graduate or $5,500 $7,000 $7,000professional program)Teacher certification coursework $5,500 $7,000 $7,000Maximum Aggregate Loan Limits (Effective July 1, 2008)Dependent Students (excluding student whose parents cannot borrow PLUS): $31,000 (no more than $23,000 ofwhich can be subsidized)Independent Student (and dependent students whose parents cannot borrow PLUS): $57,500 (no more than$23,000 of which can be subsidized)Graduate and Professional Students: $138,500 (no more than $65,500 of which can be subsidized)Federal Parent Loans for Undergraduate Students (PLUS)Description: Federal PLUS loans are available to eligible parents of dependent undergraduate students attendingparticipating postsecondary schools. The parent is responsible for paying the lender the interest that accrues on theloan from the time the loan is disbursed until it is paid in full. Repayment of the loan is scheduled over a maximumperiod of ten years or 25 years for borrowers eligible for an extended repayment schedule.Eligibility: A PLUS loan borrower must be creditworthy or must obtain a creditworthy endorser on the loan.PLUS – Graduate/Professional: As a result of the Higher Education Reconciliation Act of 2005 (HERA), graduate orprofessional students are now eligible to borrow under the PLUS Loan Program up to their cost of attendance minus anyother estimated financial aid in the Federal Family Education Loan Program and Direct Loan Program. The same termsand conditions that apply to the Parent PLUS loans, apply to the Graduate/Professional PLUS loans.Federal Consolidation LoanDescription: Federal Consolidation Loans are available to borrowers who want to combine their outstanding educationloans into a single loan with a single monthly payment. In most cases, the borrower is responsible for paying the lenderthe interest that accrues on the loan until the loan is paid in full. Consolidation loans usually have a longer repaymentperiod and a lower monthly payment than is available with the underlying education loans.92

BRIGHT FUTURES SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMThe Florida Bright Futures Scholarship Program establishes three lottery-funded scholarships for Florida high schoolgraduates who demonstrate high academic achievement and enroll in eligible Florida public or private postsecondaryinstitutions. There are three award levels for which high school seniors may qualify. The scholarship may be used foreither full-time or part-time enrollment and is renewable. All initial applicants must meet the general requirements forparticipation in this program and specific requirements for the individual award. To be eligible for an initial award fromany of the three types of scholarships, a student must:Apply online and complete the Initial Student Florida Financial Aid Application atwww.FloridaStudentFinancialAid.org, by selecting State Grants, Scholarships & Applications, then Apply Here,during their last year in high school (after December 1 and prior to graduation). Students must apply by highschool graduation or all future eligibility for a Bright Futures Scholarship is forfeited.Be a Florida resident and a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen. The postsecondary institution the student attendsis responsible for verifying Florida residency and U.S. citizenship status.Earn a Florida standard high school diploma or its equivalent. For information on GED, Home Education, ordependents of military or public service personnel outside of Florida, students should visit the State StudentFinancial Aid Web site at www.FloridaStudentFinancialAid.org/SSFAD/bf. Select First Time Applicants from theStudent Quick Links and then GED, Home Education, or Out-of State.Be accepted by and enrolled in an eligible Florida public or independent postsecondary education institution. Allpublic community colleges, state universities, and public vocational technical schools are eligible, as are manyprivate postsecondary institutions. For a list of eligible institutions, students should visitwww.FloridaStudentFinancialAid.org, State Grants, Scholarships & Applications. Select the Bright Futures logo,and then the Eligible Colleges and Schools link.Be enrolled for at least six non-remedial semester credit hours or the equivalent.Not have been found guilty of, nor pled no contest to, a felony charge.Begin using the award within three years of high school graduation. If enlisting directly into the military aftergraduation, the three-year period begins upon date of separation from active duty. Call State Scholarship andGrant Programs/Bright Futures at 1-888-827-2004 for application deadlines.The following charts outline the eligibility requirements for each of the three types of Bright Futures awards for 2010high school graduates. A student may receive funding for only one award. The highest award earned by the student willbe selected. Note: The Florida Legislature is authorized to change eligibility and funding requirements for futuregraduating classes.93

BRIGHT FUTURES: Florida Academic Scholars Award (FAS)*Initial Eligibility Requirements for 2010 High School Applicants(Initial Eligibility Requirements must be met prior to graduation from a Florida public high school or registered FDOEprivate high school.)Award AmountA student may receive funding for only oneaward (FAS, FMS, or GSV). The highest awardearned by the student will be selected.Public and Private Institutions - All students will receive the specified (cost per credithour) award amounts established by the Florida Legislature in the GeneralAppropriations Act. Award amounts for the 2010-11 academic year will be available insummer 2010 after the legislative session.NOTE: Award Amounts will differ at quarter orclock hour institutions.Grade Point Average (GPA)Weighting for more challenging higher levelcourses is prescribed by law as .25 per course persemester or .50 per course per year.Required CreditsSee the Comprehensive Course Table on theBright Futures website to identify courses thatcount toward each award level.For current year award amounts visit:www.FloridaStudentFinancialAid.org/SSFAD/bf/awardamt.htm3.5 weighted GPA using the credits listed below combined with the test scores andcommunity service hours listed below.NOTE- GPAs are not rounded.Courses must include 15 credits of college preparatory academic courses.4 English (3 with substantial writing)3 Mathematics* (Algebra I level and above)3 Natural Science (2 with substantial lab)3 Social Science2 Foreign Language (in the same language)15* CreditsMay use up to 3 additional credits from courses in the academic areas listed above aswell as AP, IB, or AICE fine arts courses to raise the GPA.Community ServiceTest ScoresSections of the SAT, ACT, or CPT from differenttest dates may be used to meet the test criteria.For spring eligibility evaluations, test datesthrough the end of January will be admissible.For summer eligibility evaluations, test datesthrough the end of June will be admissible.Other Ways to QualifyInitial eligibility criteria used in "Other Ways toQualify" must be met by high school graduation.Contact the Bright Futures office for furtherdetails.*2011 and future graduates must earn 4 credits of Mathematics for a total of 16college preparatory credits.75 hours, as approved by the district or private school.Best composite score of 1270 SAT Reasoning Test (based on the combined CriticalReading and Math sections only) or 28 ACT (excluding the writing section).NOTE- The writing sections for both the SAT and ACT will not be used in the composite.SAT Subject Tests are not used for Bright Futures eligibility. ACT scores are rounded upfor scores with .5 and higher; SAT scores do not require rounding.The other ways to qualify listed below must also meet the community service hoursrequirement.National Merit or Achievement Scholars and FinalistsNational Hispanic ScholarsIB Diploma Recipients (based on exams taken prior to high school graduation)Students who have completed the IB Curriculum with best composite score of1270 SAT or 28 ACTAICE Diploma Recipients (based on exams taken prior to high school graduation)Students who have completed the AICE Curriculum with best composite score of1270 SAT or 28 ACTStudents who have attended a home education program according to s. 1002.41,F.S., registered with the district during grades 11 and 12, with best compositescore of 1270 SAT or 28 ACTGED with best composite score of 1270 SAT or 28 ACT and a 3.5 weighted GPA inthe above 15 required credits3-year standard college preparatory program with best composite score of 1270SAT or 28 ACT and a 3.5 weighted GPA in the above 15 required credits94

BRIGHT FUTURES: Florida Medallion Scholars Award (FMS)Initial Eligibility Requirements for 2010 High School Applicants(Initial Eligibility Requirements must be met prior to graduation from a Florida public high school or registered FDOEprivate high school.)Award AmountA student may receive funding for only oneaward (FAS, FMS, or GSV). The highest awardearned by the student will be selected.Public and Private Institutions - All students will receive the specified (cost per credithour) award amounts established by the Florida Legislature in the GeneralAppropriations Act. Award amounts for the 2010-11 academic year will be available insummer 2010 after the legislative session.NOTE: Award Amounts will differ at quarter orclock hour institutions.Grade Point Average (GPA)Weighting for more challenging higher levelcourses is prescribed by law as .25 per courseper semester or .50 per course per year.Required CreditsSee the Comprehensive Course Table on theBright Futures website to identify courses thatcount toward each award level.For current year award amounts visit:www.FloridaStudentFinancialAid.org/SSFAD/bf/awardamt.htm3.0 weighted GPA using the credits and test scores listed below.NOTE- GPA's are not rounded.Courses must include 15 credits of college preparatory academic courses.4 English (3 with substantial writing)3 Mathematics* (Algebra I level and above)3 Natural Science (2 with substantial lab)3 Social Science2 Foreign Language (in the same language)15* CreditsMay use up to 3 additional credits from courses in the academic areas listed above aswell as AP, IB, or AICE fine arts courses to calculate a higher GPA.Community ServiceTest ScoresSections of the SAT, ACT, or CPT from differenttest dates may be used to meet the test criteria.For spring eligibility evaluations, test datesthrough the end of January will be admissible.For summer eligibility evaluations, test datesthrough the end of June will be admissible.Other Ways to QualifyInitial eligibility criteria used in "Other Ways toQualify" must be met by high school graduation.Contact the Bright Futures office for furtherdetails.*2011 and future graduates must earn 4 credits of Mathematics for a total of 16college preparatory credits.No requirement.Best composite score of 970 SAT Reasoning Test (based on the combined CriticalReading and Math sections only) or 20 ACT (excluding the writing section).NOTE- The writing sections for both the SAT and ACT will not be used in the composite.SAT Subject Tests are not used for Bright Futures eligibility. ACT scores are rounded upfor scores with .5 and higher; SAT scores do not require rounding.National Merit or Achievement Scholars and Finalists and National HispanicScholars who have not completed 75 hours of community serviceStudents who have completed the IB Curriculum with best composite score of 970SAT or 20 ACTAICE Diploma Recipients who have not completed 75 hours of community serviceStudents who have completed the AICE Curriculum with best composite score of970 SAT or 20 ACTStudents who have attended a home education program according to s. 1002.41,F.S., registered with the district during grades 11 and 12, and:Have a best combined score of 1070 SAT or 23 ACT ORHave a best combined score of 970 SAT or 20 ACT with a 3.0 weighted GPA inthe above 15 required credits (documented through Florida public, FDOEregisteredprivate, FLVS or Florida dual enrollment transcripts)GED with best composite score of 970 SAT or 20 ACT and a 3.0 weighted GPA inthe above 15 required credits3-year standard college preparatory program with best composite score of 970SAT or 20 ACT and a 3.0 weighted GPA in the above 15 required credits95

BRIGHT FUTURES: Florida Gold Seal Vocational Scholars Award (GSV)*Initial Eligibility Requirements for 2010 High School Applicants(Initial Eligibility Requirements must be met prior to graduation from a Florida public high school or registered FDOEprivate high school.)Award AmountA student may receive funding for only oneaward (FAS, FMS, or GSV). The highest awardearned by the student will be selected.Public and Private Institutions - All students will receive the specified (cost per credithour) award amounts established by the Florida Legislature in the GeneralAppropriations Act. Award amounts for the 2010-11 academic year will be available insummer 2010 after the legislative session.NOTE: Award Amounts will differ at quarter orclock hour institutions.Grade Point Average (GPA)Weighting for more challenging higher levelcourses is prescribed by law as .25 per courseper semester or .50 per course per year.Required CreditsSee the Comprehensive Course Table on theBright Futures website to identify courses thatcount toward each award level.For current year award amounts visit:www.FloridaStudentFinancialAid.org/SSFAD/bf/awardamt.htm3.0 weighted GPA using the 15.5 credits listed below for a 4-year Diploma and a 3.5unweighted GPA in a minimum of 3 vocational credits in one vocational program,combined with the test scores listed below. (See "Other Ways to Qualify" listed belowfor 3-year graduation options.)NOTE- GPAs are not rounded.4-year Diploma**Credits must be the 15.5 core credits required for high school graduation.4 English3 Mathematics* (including Algebra I)3 Natural Science3 Social Science (Am. Hist., World Hist., Am. Govt., and Economics)1 Practical Arts OR 1 Performing Arts OR .5 credit in each.5 Life Management Skills*.5 Personal Fitness.5 Physical Education15.5* CreditsPlus a minimum of 3 Vocational Job-Preparatory or Technology Education Programcredits in one vocational program. (See "Other Ways to Qualify" listed below for 3-year graduation options.)Community ServiceTest ScoresSections of the CPT, SAT, or ACT, from differenttest dates may be used to meet the test criteria.For spring eligibility evaluations, test datesthrough the end of January will be admissible.For summer eligibility evaluations, test datesthrough the end of June will be admissible.Other Ways to QualifyInitial eligibility criteria used in "Other Ways toQualify" must be met by high schoolgraduation.Contact the Bright Futures office for furtherdetails.*2011 and future graduates must earn 4 credits of Mathematics and no LifeManagement Skills for a total of 16 core credits.No requirementStudents must earn the minimum score on each section of the CPT or SAT or ACT.Sections of different test types may not be combined.CPT: Reading 83; Sentence Skills 83; Algebra 72ORSAT: Reasoning Test: Critical Reading 440; Math 440ORACT: English 17; Reading 18; Math 19The other ways to qualify listed below must also include a 3.5 unweighted GPA in aminimum of 3 vocational credits in one vocational program and minimum test scoreslisted above.3-yr Career Preparatory Diploma** with3.0 weighted GPA using the 13 corecredits required for graduation listedbelow:3-yr College Preparatory Diploma with3.0 weighted GPA using the 15 corecredits required for graduation listedbelow:96

4 English ( 3 with substantial writing)3 Mathematics (including Algebra I)3 Natural Science (2 with substantial lab)3 Social Science (Am Hist., World Hist.,Am. Govt., and Economics)13 Credits4 English ( 3 with substantial writing)3 Mathematics (Algebra I and above)3 Natural Science (2 with substantial lab)3 Social Science (Am Hist., World Hist.,Am. Govt., and Economics)2 Foreign Language (in same language)15 CreditsGED with 3.0 weighted GPA using the core credits required for your selected highschool graduation option (standard, career, or college).**NOTE: For other diploma options established by legislative sessions, visitwww.floridastudentfinancialaid.org/SSFAD/bf/acadrequire.htmOTHER STATE OF FLORIDA FINANCIAL AID PROGRAMSYou can apply for all State of Florida financial aid programs, including the Florida Bright Futures Scholarship Program, bycompleting the Initial Student Florida Financial Aid Application online at www.FloridaStudentFinancialAid.org. There arethree steps in the process:ACTIVATE YOUR USER ID AND PINKNOW IT, USE IT, BE RESPONSIBLE FOR YOUR STATE FINANCIAL AID!1. Complete the Initial Student Florida Financial Aid Application. Once you submit your application you will receivea list of programs for which you will be considered and a User ID and PIN to check the status of your application;2. Follow through with needed information and certifications, adhering to individual program deadlines; and3. Students should regularly check online:a. To update contact information. All communication from OSFA will be via e-mailb. To view all communications from OSFA on their Financial Aid Recipient History screenc. To view the status of their application and awardsIf you have questions about filing the Initial Student Florida Financial Aid Application or about Florida state scholarshipand grant programs, you may call toll-free 1-888-827-2004 for assistance.Remember to also file the FAFSA. Most federal financial aid programs and some Florida programs require you tocomplete the FAFSA. The FAFSA is available online at www.fasfa.ed.gov, or you can get a copy by calling 1-800-433-3243.William L. Boyd, IV, Florida Resident Access GrantDescription: The William L. Boyd, IV, Florida Resident Access Grant (FRAG) provides tuition assistance to Floridaresidents enrolled as undergraduate students at eligible private, non-profit Florida colleges or universities. The amountof the FRAG award cannot exceed the total amount of tuition and fees charged by the institution. The annual amount ofa FRAG award is a maximum of $2,529 for the 2009-10 award year.Eligibility: An applicant must:1. Meet Florida residency requirements for receipt of state aid and be a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen;2. Meet Florida's general eligibility requirements for receipt of state aid;3. Not have previously received a baccalaureate or higher degree;97

4. Enroll at a private, non-profit Florida college or university accredited by the Commission on Colleges of theSouthern Association of Colleges and Schools in a program of study other than divinity or theology for aminimum of 12 credit hours per term; and5. Submit an application to the financial aid office of the institution by the established deadline.A renewal applicant must have earned a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale, met theinstitution's definition of satisfactory academic progress and earned the equivalent of 12 credit hours for each term anaward was received during the previous academic year.Florida Student Assistance GrantsDescription: The Florida Student Assistance Grants (FSAG) are need-based grants provided to degree-seeking, resident,undergraduate students. FSAG is comprised of four individual grants based upon the type of institution eligible toparticipate. The annual amounts of these grants range from $200-$2,069 for the 2009-10 award year.1. The Florida Public Student Assistance Grant is available to part-time and full-time students who attend a Floridapublic community college or state university;2. The Florida Public Postsecondary Career Education Student Assistance Grant Program is available to part-timeand full-time students with need who are enrolled in certificate programs of at least 450 clock hours or 15semester credit hours at participating community colleges or career centers operated by district school boards;3. The Florida Private Student Assistance Grant is available to full-time students who attend an eligible Floridaeligible private, non-profit, four-year college or university; and4. The Florida Postsecondary Student Assistance Grant is available to full-time students who attend an eligibleFlorida private college or university that offers degrees and is not eligible under the FSAG-Private.Eligibility: An applicant must:1. Meet Florida residency requirements for receipt of state aid and be a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen;2. Meet Florida's general eligibility requirements for receipt of state aid;3. Not have previously received a baccalaureate or higher degree;4. Enroll for a minimum of 12 credit hours per term if attending an eligible Florida private institution;5. Enroll for a minimum of six credit hours per term if attending a Florida community college or state university;6. Enroll for a minimum of 180 clock hours or six credit hours per term in a certificate program of at least 450 clockhours or 15 credit hours at a community college or career center operated by a district school board; and7. Demonstrate financial need by submitting a completed FAFSA error-free by the deadline established by thepostsecondary institution the student attends.A renewal applicant must have earned a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale and theequivalent of 12 credit or the equivalent in clock hours for full-time enrollment, six credit or the equivalent in clockhours for half-time, and nine credit or the equivalent in clock hours for three-quarter-time enrollment for each term anaward was received during the previous academic year.José Martí Scholarship Challenge Grant FundDescription: The José Martí Scholarship Challenge Grant Fund provides financial assistance to Hispanic-American highschool seniors and graduate students who demonstrate financial need, meet scholastic requirements, and enroll forundergraduate or graduate study at an eligible Florida school. The amount of the grant is $2,000 per academic year fora maximum of eight terms over a period of six consecutive years for this highly competitive program.Eligibility: An applicant must:1. Meet Florida residency requirements for receipt of state aid and be a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen;2. Meet Florida's general eligibility requirements for receipt of state aid;98

3. Be a person of Spanish culture who was born in, or whose natural parent was born in Mexico, Spain, or aHispanic country of the Caribbean, Central America, or South America, regardless of race;4. Not have previously received a baccalaureate or higher degree;5. Have earned a minimum unweighted cumulative grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale at the end of theseventh semester in high school or, if a graduate applicant, have earned a minimum cumulative grade pointaverage of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale for undergraduate college level courses;6. Enroll at an eligible Florida public or private college or university for a minimum of 12 credit hours ofundergraduate study or nine credit hours of graduate study;7. Demonstrate financial need by submitting a completed FAFSA error-free in time to be processed by UnitedStates Department of Education May 15 deadline; and8. Submit an Initial Student Florida Financial Aid Application to the Florida Department of Education, Office ofStudent Financial Assistance by April 1 during the last year of high school for undergraduate assistance, or byApril 1 prior to the academic year for which the funds are requested for graduate study. The high school orcollege must certify the applicant's grade point average online by May 15.A renewal applicant must have earned a grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale and the equivalent of 12 credit hoursfor each term an award has been received during the previous academic year for undergraduate study or nine credithours for graduate study.Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship ProgramDescription: The Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship Program is a highly competitive scholarship, which providesscholarships to outstanding high school graduates who show promise of continued academic achievement. Each public,private, and district superintendent’s designee for home-educated students and GED recipients in Florida may nominateone applicant to compete for a Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship. The Department will rank nominees based oncumulative, unweighted GPA multiplied by test scores. SAT test scores are converted to ACT test scores. Scholarshipswill be equitably distributed so that each of five geographic regions of the state has a proportionate share of awards.Not all nominees will receive an award. The scholarship provides awards for postsecondary study up to a maximum offour years (or 8 terms or the equivalent). The award amount is $1,500 for the 2009-10 academic year, as determined bythe U.S. Department of Education. This award may be used at eligible Florida and out-of-state postsecondaryinstitutions.Eligibility: An applicant must:1. Be a U.S. citizen or national or provide evidence from the U.S. Immigration and Naturalization Service that thestudent is a permanent resident of the United States; or is in the United States for other than a temporarypurpose and has the intention of becoming a citizen or permanent resident;2. Meet Florida's residency requirements for receipt of state aid;3. Not have previously received a baccalaureate or higher degree;4. Enroll full-time at an eligible Florida or non-Florida public or private nonprofit postsecondary institution;5. Submit an Initial Student Florida Financial Aid Application for this program to the Florida Department ofEducation, Office of Student Financial Assistance by April 15 of the last year in high school.6. The Florida high school principal or designee, Florida adult education director, School District Superintendent, orprincipal/headmaster of a school outside Florida is permitted to nominate only ONE State of Florida applicantto compete for a potential award.7. Each School District Superintendent or designee may select one nominee from a list of Home Education andGED recipients applying from within the specified region of residency. The nominee's 7th semester unweightedGPA should be obtained from a DOE/State recognized educational entity - such as the Florida Virtual high school,public or private high school. (The GPA may be prorated based on the number of high school credits or theequivalent dual enrolment credits completed.)8. The school official will certify the nomination online, by May 15, or submit the High School Certification Form(pdf) to OSFA postmarked by May 15.99

Eligible initial applicants will be awarded after all eligible renewal applicants. An equitable number of initial scholarshipswill be awarded in each of the five designated geographical areas of the state. Applicants are ranked by highest GPAmultiplied by ACT/converted SAT scores within their respective regions.A renewal applicant must have made Satisfactory Academic Progress during the previous academic year as determinedby the institution attended.Florida Work Experience ProgramDescription: The Florida Work Experience Program (FWEP) is a need-based program that provides eligible Floridastudents the opportunity to secure work experiences that are complementary to and reinforce the students' educationalprograms and career goals. The student's award in combination with all other resources shall not exceed the student'snet financial need. The student's earnings shall not exceed the FWEP award by more than $300 per academic year.Eligibility: An applicant must:1. Meet Florida residency requirements for receipt of state aid and be a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen;2. Meet Florida's general eligibility requirements for receipt of state aid;3. Not have previously received a baccalaureate or higher degree unless the student is enrolled in an educatorpreparation institute (EPI);4. Enroll in an eligible participating Florida public or private college or university, an educator preparation institute,or a certificate program of at least 450 clock hours or 15 semester credit hours at a community college or careercenter operated by a district school board for a minimum of six credit or 180 clock hours;5. Demonstrate financial need by completing a completed FAFSA error-free by the deadline specified by theinstitution; and6. Submit, if applicable, an application to the institution by the deadline established by the institution.The amount of the award is determined by the institution's financial aid office. A renewal applicant must have earned aminimum cumulative grade point average of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale and a minimum of six credit hours or 180 clock hours perterm in the previous academic year.Mary McLeod Bethune Scholarship ProgramDescription: The Mary McLeod Bethune Scholarship Program provides financial assistance to Florida residents whoenroll as full-time undergraduate students, meet scholastic requirements, demonstrate financial need, and attendBethune-Cookman University, Edward Waters College, Florida A&M University, or Florida Memorial University. Theannual award to each recipient is $3,000 for up to eight semesters or 12 quarters over a period of six consecutive years.Eligibility: An applicant must:1. Meet Florida residency requirements for receipt of state aid and be a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen;2. Not have previously received a baccalaureate or higher degree;3. Have earned a minimum, unweighted cumulative grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale in high school;4. Submit an application as specified to the institution by the deadline established by the institution;5. Enroll at Bethune-Cookman University, Edward Waters College, Florida A&M University, or Florida MemorialUniversity for a minimum of 12 credit hours per term; and,6. Demonstrate financial need as specified by the institution.A renewal applicant must have earned a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale and have earnedthe equivalent of 12 credit hours for each term an award was received during the previous academic year.100

Scholarships for Children and Spouses of Deceased or Disabled Veterans and Servicemembers (CSDDV)Description: Scholarships for Children and Spouses of Deceased or Disabled Veterans and Servicemembers providesscholarships for dependent children and unremarried spouses of Florida veterans or servicemembers whose officialmilitary and residency status have been certified by the Florida Department of Veterans Affairs, as Florida residents forone year immediately preceding the time of death or determination of 100% disability, and either died as a result ofservice-connected injuries, diseases or disabilities sustained while on active duty or have a service-connected 100%permanent and total disability. Dependent children whose parent became classified as prisoner of war or missing inaction in the Armed Forces of the United States or as a civilian personnel captured while serving with the consent orauthorization of the United States Government during wartime service are also eligible. See below for specific spouserequirements.A student enrolled in at least six credit hours at an eligible Florida public or private postsecondary institution willreceive the specified cost per credit hour award listed below for two semesters or the equivalent per academicyear.If funds are insufficient to award all eligible applicants, the Florida Department of Education will prorate awards.Applications received after April 1 will be awarded on a first-come, first-served basis if sufficient funds remain.See award amounts at: www.FloridaStudentFinancialAid.org/SSFAD/factsheets/CDDV.htm#amounts.Select Postsecondary Institutions and then, under Award Amounts for, select CSDDV.Eligibility: The child or spouse must:1. Meet Florida residency requirements for receipt of state aid and be a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen;2. Meet Florida's general eligibility requirements for receipt of state aid;3. Not have previously received a baccalaureate or higher degree;4. Enroll in an undergraduate degree or certificate program;5. Be a dependent child or spouse of a qualified veteran as certified by the Florida Department of Veterans Affairs;6. Enroll in an eligible Florida postsecondary institution for a minimum of six credit hours, or the equivalent, perterm; and7. Submit an Initial Student Florida Financial Aid Application to the Florida Department of Education, Office ofStudent Financial Assistance by April 1 of the year prior to the academic year, which the scholarship is sought.The Florida Department of Veterans Affairs must certify the applicant's and veteran’s status online.Additional eligibility requirements for children. The child must:1. Be between the ages of 16 and 22.2. Receive educational opportunity until such a time as the parent so classified as prisoner of war or missing inaction is returned alive or until classified otherwise.Additional eligibility requirements for spouses of deceased servicemembers. The spouse must:1. Be unremarried;2. Have been, with the servicemember, a Florida resident for one year immediately preceding the servicemember’sdeath. The spouse’s and veteran’s military and residency status are certified with the Florida Department ofVeterans Affairs; and3. Apply for the scholarship within five years after the service member’s death.Additional requirements for spouses of disabled servicemembers. The spouse must:1. Have been married to the disabled servicemember for one or more years;2. Have been, with the servicemember, a Florida resident for one year immediately preceding the occurrence ofthe servicemember’s 100% permanent and total disability. The spouse’s and veteran’s military and residencystatus are certified with the Florida Department of Veterans Affairs; and3. Accept scholarship funding only during the duration of the marriage and up to the point of termination of themarriage by dissolution or annulment.101

A renewal applicant must have earned a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale and have earnedat least the equivalent of six credit hours or 180 clock hours per term, or the equivalent, for each term an award wasreceived during the academic year.Rosewood Family Scholarship ProgramDescription: The Rosewood Family Scholarship provides financial assistance for a maximum of 25 eligible minoritystudents to attend a Florida state university, public community college, or public postsecondary vocational-technicalschool. Only applicants who are direct descendants of African-American Rosewood families affected by the incidents ofJanuary 1923 will receive awards. The annual award is the cost of tuition and fees or $4,000, whichever is less, for up toeight terms.Eligibility: An applicant must:1. Be a Rosewood descendant;2. Not have previously received a baccalaureate degree;3. Enroll full-time at an eligible postsecondary institution in a program of study leading to an undergraduatedegree, a certificate, or a diploma;4. Demonstrate financial need by submitting a completed FAFSA error-free in time to be processed by the U.S.Department of Education May 15 deadline;5. Submit an Initial Student Florida Financial Aid Application for this program to the Florida Department ofEducation, Office of Student Financial Assistance by April 1 of the year prior to the academic year of which thescholarship is sought; and6. Applicants must provide copies of documents of ancestry by April 1.A renewal applicant must have earned a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale, and haveearned the equivalent of 12 credit hours per term or 80% of the clock hours for which the recipient was awarded eachterm the previous year.Access to Better Learning and Education (ABLE) Grant ProgramDescription: The Access to Better Learning and Education Grant Program (ABLE) provides tuition assistance to Floridaundergraduate students enrolled in degree programs at eligible private Florida colleges or universities. ABLE is adecentralized program, and each participating institution determines application deadlines and student eligibility. Theannual amount of an ABLE award is a maximum of $986 for the 2009-10 award year.Eligibility: The student must:1. Meet Florida residency requirements for receipt of state aid and be a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen;2. Meet Florida's general eligibility requirements for receipt of state aid;3. Not have previously received a baccalaureate or higher degree;4. Enroll for a minimum of twelve (12) credit hours per term at an eligible Florida college or university in abaccalaureate degree program;5. Submit an application to the financial aid office of the institution where enrolled by the deadline dateestablished by the institution; and6. Not be enrolled in a program of study leading to a degree in theology or divinity.A renewal applicant must have earned a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale, met theinstitution's definition of satisfactory academic progress and earned the equivalent of 12 credit hours for each term anaward was received during the previous academic year.First Generation Matching Grant ProgramDescription: The First Generation Matching Grant Program (FGMG) provides need-based grants to undergraduatestudents who are enrolled in state universities and community colleges and whose parents have not earnedbaccalaureate degrees. Available state funds are contingent upon matching contributions from private sources on adollar-for-dollar basis.102

Eligibility: The student must:1. Meet Florida residency requirements for receipt of state aid and be a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen;2. Not have previously received a baccalaureate or higher degree;3. Be a first generation college student. A student is considered "first generation" if neither of the student'sparents earned a college degree at the baccalaureate level or higher. A student would also be eligible if he/sheregularly resided with and received support from only one parent who did not earn a baccalaureate degree;4. Be accepted at a state university or community college;5. Enroll for a minimum of six credit hours per term as a degree-seeking undergraduate student;6. Meet additional eligibility requirements as established by the postsecondary institution;7. Submit, if applicable, an application to the institution by the deadline established by the institution; and8. Demonstrate financial need by submitting a completed FAFSA error-free by the deadline specified by theinstitution.Students should consult the postsecondary institution for renewal requirements established by the institution.103

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FLORIDA’S COLLEGE SYSTEMOVERVIEWFlorida’s 28 colleges are open to everyone and offer high school equivalency diploma (GED) training, adult basiceducation, as well as certificate, associate, and bachelor degree programs. Certificate and degree programs offered atFlorida’s colleges range from auto mechanics to nursing to the Associate in Arts (AA) degree, which guarantees transferto public colleges and universities. In addition to 2-year degrees, some colleges are now offering baccalaureate degreesin areas that meet local workforce needs such as nursing, teaching and technology. Students who plan to pursue anassociate or bachelor degree will need to earn a standard high school diploma, GED or CPT-Eligible Certificate ofCompletion. Students are not required to earn a minimum grade point average (GPA) or SAT/ACT score in order to beadmitted. The Florida College System maintains an open door admissions policy for students seeking an associatedegree. While some colleges within the system have dropped “community” from their name and others have added“state,” all colleges retain their open door policy. Upon admission, students are required to take (or present scores) theCPT, ACT or SAT to determine appropriate course placement. The Florida College System includes 28 colleges with 180sites and approximately 2,000 other service delivery centers. In 2008-09, there were 831,165 enrolled students, with260,141 in the AA degree program. Most students in The Florida College System are graduates of Florida high schools,including a large number of valedictorians and honors students.The following pages provide information that high school guidance counselors will find helpful in advising high schoolstudents who are interested in entering colleges in Florida. A student interested in particular institutions or academicprograms in the system should contact the registrar or director of admission at the institution in which he or she wishesto enroll.Special attention should be paid to the requirements, opportunities, and provisions listed in this Handbook. Althoughnot all of the information will affect every student entering Florida colleges, the information is provided to encouragestudents to become more aware of educational opportunities and to plan their educational programs.GENERAL ADMISSION INFORMATIONAdmission to an associate degree program requires a standard high school diploma, a GED, a certificate of completionthat specifically stipulates eligibility for the Common Placement Test, or previously demonstrated competency incollege-credit postsecondary course work. Home-schooled students should submit an affidavit signed by the student’sparent or legal guardian attesting that the student has completed a home education program. Section 1007.263, FloridaStatutes (F.S.), relates to admission at Florida’s colleges. It is strongly advised that students wishing to enroll in a collegeAA, Associate in Science (AS), or Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree program take the same college preparatorycourses designated by the State University System (SUS).Failure to complete the college preparatory curriculum does not preclude admission to a college; however, studentswho lack the knowledge and skills that should have been obtained through this preparation may need to take collegepreparatory (remedial) classes after high school graduation and before enrollment in college-credit courses. All enteringfreshmen in AA, AS, and AAS degree programs take a placement test. The placement test contains sub-tests in Englishand mathematics. Students who do not meet the minimum state defined score on a specific sub-test of the placementtest are assigned to remedial, non-degree credit instruction offered by the college in the respective subject area.College preparatory courses do not earn college credit and cannot be used towards a degree program. Once the studentpasses all prescribed remedial courses, including the Florida Basic Skills Exit Test, he or she can enroll in college creditcoursework towards a degree program. Beginning with the 2008-09 school year, high school students with an intent tocontinue to college may be eligible to take a placement test in the 11 th grade. Students who meet the minimum scoreon a specific sub-test will not be re-tested once admitted to a college, if admitted within 2 years of taking the test.Students who do meet the cut scores on the placement test will be given an opportunity to enroll in college preparatory(remedial) courses in the subject area at the high school before graduating from high school, per section 1008.37, F.S.,and State Board Rule 6A-10.0315, Florida Administrative Code (F.A.C.).105

Admission of Students with Disabilities - Each college district board of trustees has substitute admission and graduationpolicies and procedures for students with certain disabilities that prevent them from meeting requirements foradmission to the institution, for admission to the program of study, for entry to upper-division, or for graduation. Allstudents enrolling in a degree program are required to take a college placement test; there is no substitution for thistest. Students with documented learning disabilities may be eligible for accommodations to assist them withcompletion of the test. Students should contact the Disability Support Services office at their institution for informationand assistance (see Sections 1007.264, F.S., 1007.265, F.S., and Rule 6A-10.041, F.A.C.). Students who earn specialdiplomas may be eligible for certain career and technical education programs.Each college has a disability services coordinator responsible for arranging accommodations for students withdocumented disabilities. Students should be aware that the documentation requirements and accommodationsavailable at the college may differ from those required in high school. Students should meet with the disability servicescoordinator prior to their first semester.Housing - Information about the availability of on-campus and/or off-campus housing can be accessed at each collegewebsite or by calling the campus.College Programs with Limited Enrollment Capacity (sometime called Limited Access Programs) - Some colleges offerprograms in which there are limited spaces available for student enrollment. Admission to such programs is competitiveand generally is based on high school grades or college grade point average, and in some instances, on results ofstandardized tests. Students should consult with the individual colleges regarding limited access programs.Residency and Tuition - Students in Florida’s colleges pay a fee on a per-credit-hour basis. Student fees at colleges arelower than the fees established by the SUS. Maximum fees are established by the Florida State Board of Educationbased on legislative intent expressed in the annual Appropriations Act. Students who are not residents of Florida mustpay out-of-state tuition. To qualify as a resident for tuition purposes, an independent student, or his or herparent/guardian if the student is classified as dependent, must have established and maintained legal residence inFlorida for at least 12 consecutive months prior to the first day of classes for the term in which the student is registeredat a college. Most students under the age of 24 are considered dependent students and residency status is establishedthrough the parent or legal guardian. If a student under the age of 24 believes they may qualify for independent status,they should be able to provide documentation indicating a personal income level greater than the institution’s cost ofattendance. Cost of attendance varies by college. For students seeking Florida residency, the student or parent/guardianmust provide residency documentation, including proof that the student’s presence in the state is not solely for thepurpose of attending an institution of higher education (see Section 1009.21, F.S., and Rule 6A-10.044, F.A.C.). Examplesof documentation include a Florida driver’s license or Florida identification card, vehicle registration, or proof ofpurchase of a home in Florida.Acceleration - There are a variety of articulation mechanisms available to Florida’s college students. These accelerationmechanisms serve to shorten the time necessary for a student to complete the requirements of a postsecondarycertificate or degree. While in high school, students can receive postsecondary credit for passing scores on AdvancedPlacement (AP) exams administered by the College Board; dual enrollment course credit including credits earnedthrough early admission from a college or university prior to graduation from high school; and passing scores in theInternational Baccalaureate (IB) and Advanced International Certificate of Education (AICE) Program exams. Collegestudents can receive full postsecondary credit for passing scores on certain national standardized tests, such as those inthe College-Level Examination Program (CLEP); completion of institutional or departmental examinations for whichcredit for courses can be awarded; and demonstration of competency achieved through experiential learning. Studentsmay receive credit for any combination of the above acceleration mechanisms (see section 1007.27, F.S. and Rule 6A-14.031, F.A.C.).106

Immunization - Postsecondary institutions must provide information concerning the risks associated withmeningococcal meningitis and hepatitis B and the availability, effectiveness, and known contraindications of anyrequired or recommended vaccine associated with those diseases, to every student accepted for admission. Forenrolled students residing in on-campus housing, documentation of vaccinations against meningococcal meningitis andhepatitis B must be provided unless 1) the individual is 18 years of age or older or 2) the parent declines the vaccinationsfor a minor by signing a separate waiver provided by the institution for each of the vaccines, and acknowledges receiptand review of the information provided. Postsecondary institutions are not responsible for providing or paying for thevaccine (see Section 1006.69, F.S.).College Preparatory Instruction - All entering freshmen in degree programs take a college placement test in English andmathematics. Students must achieve the specified minimum cut-off scores established in State Board Rule on one of thefollowing approved tests before being permitted to enroll in college-level courses in math, reading or writing:1. Florida College Entry-Level Placement Test (CPT);2. Enhanced ACT; OR3. SAT-I.College students can achieve the minimum cut score on one sub-test and not meet the minimum cut score on anothersub-test. Students who do not achieve the specified cut-off scores on a sub-test must enroll in an approved collegepreparatory course in the subject area that will help the student develop the skills necessary for college-level courses.Satisfactory completion of the college preparatory courses yields no credit toward a degree (see section 1008.30, F.S.and Rule 6A-10.0315, F.A.C.).Career and Technical Preparatory Instruction - Students enrolled in a career and technical certificate program of 450clock hours or more must be tested to determine whether they have the minimal level of basic skills needed forsuccessful completion of the program. The designated examinations for assessment of a student’s mastery of basic skillsare:1. Florida College Entry-Level Placement Test (CPT);2. Multiple Assessment Placement Service (MAPS);3. Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE); and4. Wonderlic Basic Skills Test (WBST), 1994.Students who lack the minimal level of skills as measured by the above-mentioned tests must enroll in career andtechnical preparatory courses designated to correct the deficiency. Upon completion of the instruction, students maybe re-tested using the same examination administered for initial testing. The specific level of basic skills necessary inmath and language are defined in each career and technical certificate program description adopted under Rule 6A-6.0571, F.A.C. (see Rule 6A-10.040, F.A.C.). Pursuant to section 1004.91, F.S., students with disabilities may be exemptfrom this requirement.College-Level Instruction and Testing - Students in an AA degree program must demonstrate mastery of college-levelcompetencies in communication and computation subject areas before graduating from a Florida college or university.Students can demonstrate these competencies by fulfilling one of the following requirements:1. Obtaining a passing score on a nationally standardized examination; OR2. Demonstrating successful remediation of any academic deficiencies identified by the College Placement Test andachieving a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or above in designated postsecondary course work.Foreign Language Requirement for Transfer to State Universities - College students intending to transfer to a publicuniversity or Florida Colleges offering bachelor degree programs must satisfy an admission requirement of completion of107

two credits of sequential high school foreign language instruction or the equivalent at the postsecondary level beforeentering the institution. This requirement is outlined in Section 1007.262, F.S., which states all students shall have twoyears of a high school foreign language or its equivalent in order to be admitted to any one of Florida’s publicpostsecondary institutions offering bachelor degrees. State Board Rule 6A-10.02412, F.A.C., states that eight to tencollege credits in one (1) foreign language at the postsecondary level will meet the university foreign languagerequirement for admission. Those students intending to transfer to a college or university are encouraged to meet theforeign language requirement before they transfer. Any AA degree graduate from a public college admitted to a collegeor university without meeting the foreign language requirement must earn such credits prior to graduation. Analternate method for students to demonstrate equivalent foreign language competence is by means of a foreignlanguageexamination, approved by the college or university, such as those offered through the College Board’s CLEPexams.Citizenship Status - Students who are not United States citizens may be allowed admission to a Florida college; however,it is important to note that non-U.S. citizens are not eligible for Florida resident status for tuition purposes or financialaid. Students should contact the college with specific questions regarding qualifications for Florida residency andfinancial aid.Degrees and Certificates Awarded - The AA degree is the transfer degree of the colleges. It is the primary basis foradmission of transfer students for upper-division study in a state university. The AA degree is awarded upon completionof 60 college credits (including 36 credits in liberal arts and sciences also called general education courses); achievementof a GPA of 2.0 in all courses attempted and in all courses taken at the institution awarding the degree; completion ofspecified college-level English and Mathematics courses; and demonstrated mastery of college-level competencies incommunication and computation (see Rule 6A-10.024, F.A.C.).The award of the AA degree is based upon satisfaction of specific college-level English and Mathematics courses with agrade of "C" or higher. The specific courses, as indicated in Rule 6A-10.030, F.A.C., include 12 credits of Englishcoursework and six credit hours of Mathematics course work at the level of College Algebra or higher (see Rule 6A-10.030, F.A.C.). For purposes of this rule, an English course is defined as any semester-length course within the generalstudy area of humanities.The AS degree is earned through a student’s satisfactory completion of a planned program of instruction consisting ofcollege-level courses to prepare for entry into the workforce. The AS degree is awarded upon completion of at least 60college credits as determined by program of study (including at least 15 credits in general education courses) anddemonstration of the attainment of predetermined and specified performance requirements (see Rule 6A-14.030,F.A.C.). Selected AS degrees articulate with baccalaureate degrees under the provisions of Rule 6A-10.024(5) (b), F.A.C.The AAS degree is awarded to a student who satisfactorily completes a planned program of study consisting of collegelevelcourses to prepare for entry into employment. The AAS degree is awarded upon completion of the standard credithour length established for a program of study and demonstration of the attainment of predetermined and specifiedperformance requirements.The Career and Technical Certificate is awarded to a student who satisfactorily completes a planned program ofinstruction consisting of non-college-credit postsecondary career and technical courses. The courses in the career andtechnical certificate programs prepare students for employment. Career and technical certificates are available at manycolleges, as well as at area career and technical centers assigned to public school boards (see Rule 6A-14.030, F.A.C.).Selected baccalaureate degrees are offered at several Florida colleges as provided for in Sections 1007.33 and 1004.73,F.S. Bachelor of Science (BS) and Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) degrees are offered in critical workforce areas suchas nursing, teaching, and technology. Prospective students can find a listing and links including some information onbaccalaureate degrees offered at colleges by accessing http://www.fldoe.org/cc/students/bach_degree.asp. For moredetailed information, contact individual colleges on programs currently being offered.108

Financial Aid - College policies encourage and support every effort to remove financial barriers to pursuingpostsecondary education. Therefore, each college has a student financial aid office that provides assistance to studentswho qualify. Several types of assistance, including scholarships and grants, loans, and student employment, areavailable through state, federal, and local sources for students who qualify for financial aid. All high school studentsinterested in attending a college are encouraged to apply to qualify for federal financial aid through the Free Applicationfor Federal Student Aid (FASFA) available online at http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/. To find out more about federal financialaid, visit www.studentaid.ed.gov. For more information on state financial aid, visit www.floridastudentfinancialaid.org.Dual Enrollment - Colleges share responsibility with secondary schools in Florida for dual enrollment programs. Theseprograms provide an acceleration mechanism for eligible high school students to take postsecondary courses for whichthey receive high school and postsecondary credit. The intent is to broaden curricular options, increase depth of studyoptions, and to shorten the time necessary for completing certificate or degree requirements while meeting high schoolgraduation requirements.There are two curricular avenues for students to participate in dual enrollment: early college (college credit) and career.Early college refers to academic or college credit coursework at the postsecondary level that leads to a college creditcertificate or degree. Career dual enrollment refers to enrollment in courses that lead to a career and technicalcertificate.Students, parents and guidance counselors are encouraged to consider the student’s postsecondary goals and referenceguidance documents, such as the Dual Enrollment Course Equivalency List, in order to align dual enrollment courseselection with postsecondary goals. Career and technical certificate programs are also closely coordinated with highschool offerings to ensure a smooth transition for career and technical students from high school to colleges. The BrightFutures Comprehensive Course Table is an important reference for students planning to dual enroll in career andtechnical certificate programs. See the section "College Credit Programs for High School Students" of this Handbook formore information.TRANSFER TO FOUR-YEAR INSTITUTIONSTransfer to State Universities and Florida Colleges Offering Baccalaureate Degree Programs - One method for studentsto access the SUS is through the colleges. Approximately 50 percent of the students in upper-division courses at theuniversities are college transfers. A statewide Articulation Agreement, which is a contract between the SUS and theFlorida College System, creates a "2+2" system. In other words, students earn a bachelor degree by earning an AA at acollege then transferring to a state university for the upper-division coursework. With more colleges offeringbaccalaureates, it is important to note that the 2+2 works within The Florida College System as well, meaning studentsmay pursue a bachelor degree at a college.The agreement protects the credits earned by students during their freshman and sophomore years at the colleges. Itguarantees that students who complete the AA degree will be admitted to at least one of the state universities and oneof the colleges and that they will not have to repeat courses already satisfactorily completed at a college. Admission toa specific program is not guaranteed through this statewide articulation agreement. Students should be made aware ofthe required common prerequisites for entry into specific baccalaureate degree programs to ensure a smooth transition.The Statewide Course Numbering System maintains course equivalencies for all public postsecondary institutions andparticipating nonpublic institutions. Courses with the same prefix and last three digits are guaranteed to transfer. TheArticulation Coordinating Committee, which includes representatives from colleges, universities, career and technicalcenters, and school districts oversees all articulation activities. This committee recommends policies to remove barriersand facilitate student transitions.Transfer to Private Colleges and Universities - College graduates with an associate degree can also easily transfer coursecredits to many private colleges or universities. The Independent Colleges and Universities of Florida (ICUF) havemaintained an articulation agreement with The Florida College System since 1992. The agreement guarantees that109

students with an associate degree transfer as juniors, receive 60 credit hours toward their baccalaureate degree, andreceive recognition for the general education taken at the college. For more information about the participating ICUFinstitutions, articulation manuals may be accessed at www.facts.org in the Counselors and Educators’ Advising Manualssection. Additional statewide articulation agreements with The Florida College System and nonpublic postsecondaryinstitutions may be accessed at http://www.fldoe.org/articulation/articulation-agreement.asp.HOW TO GET A BACHELOR OR HIGHER DEGREE AT A COLLEGE CAMPUSLocation shouldn't be a barrier for place-bound students wanting to pursue a bachelor or higher degree. Floridastudents can take upper-level and graduate courses through more than 500 programs located on college campuses.These programs enable students to remain on a college campus and receive the upper-level and graduate instructionthey need to complete a bachelor or higher degree. While many colleges have received authority to offer their ownbachelor degrees in certain areas, most of the baccalaureate and higher degrees are provided through a partnershipbetween a college and a public or private four-year institution. Some colleges have even established an on-site"university center" through which students may receive academic advising, financial aid assistance, and other studentservices. A listing of college baccalaureate programs and concurrent-use partnerships, bachelor level or higher, that areself-reported by colleges and universities to be offered in 2009-10 may be accessed athttp://www.fldoe.org/cc/students/bach_degree.asp in the section titled “There are two ways to get a bachelor degreeat a Florida College.” For the most current information, please be sure to check with the college of interest for programupdates. To find out more about baccalaureates offered by Florida colleges, go tohttp://www.fldoe.org/cc/students/bach_degree.asp, scroll to the college of interest and click on the hyperlink to thecollege’s baccalaureate degree Web site.2009-2010 COLLEGE CONTACT INFORMATIONBrevard Community College1519 Clearlake RdCocoa, FL 32922-6597Main: (321) 632-1111Admission: (321) 632-1111www.brevardcc.eduBroward College111 East Las Olas BlvdFt. Lauderdale, FL 33301Main: (954) 201-7400Admission: (954) 201-7491www.broward.eduCentral Florida Community College3001 South West College RdOcala, FL 34474Main: (352) 873-5800Admission: (352) 873-5801www.cfcc.cc.fl.usChipola College3094 Indian CircleMarianna, FL 32446-2053Main: (850) 526-2761Admission: (850) 718-2211www.chipola.eduDaytona State College1200 W International Speedway BlvdDaytona Beach, FL 32114Main: (386) 506-3000Admission: (386) 506-3059www.daytonastate.eduEdison State College8099 College Parkway SWFort Myers, FL 33919Main: (800) 749-2322 or(239) 489-9300www.edison.eduFlorida State College at Jacksonville101 West State StJacksonville, FL 32202-4030Main: (904) 633-8100Admission: (904) 997-2500www.fccj.cc.fl.usFlorida Keys Community College5901 College RdKey West, FL 33040-4397Main: (305) 296-9081Admission: (305) 809-3188www.fkcc.eduGulf Coast Community College5230 West Highway 98Panama City, FL 32401-1058Main: (850) 769-1551Admission: (850) 872-3892www.gulfcoast.eduHillsborough Community College4001 Tampa Bay BoulevardTampa, FL 33614Main: (813) 253-7000Admission: (813) 253-7004www.hccfl.eduIndian River State College3209 Virginia AveFort Pierce, FL 34981-5596Main: (772) 462-4700Admission: (772) 462-7460www.irsc.eduLake City Community College149 SE College PlaceLake City, FL 32025-8703Main: (386) 752-1822Admission: (386) 754-4287www.lakecitycc.edu110

Lake-Sumter Community College9501 US Highway 441Leesburg, FL 34788-8751Main: (352) 787-3747Admission: (352) 323-3665www.lscc.eduState College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota5840 26th St WBradenton, FL 34206-1849Main: (941) 752-5000Admission: (941) 752-5000www.scf.eduMiami Dade College300 North East Second AveMiami, FL 33132-2296Main: (305) 237-3000Admission: (305) 237-3644www.mdc.eduNorth Florida Community College1000 Turner Davis DrMadison, FL 32340-1602Main: (850) 973-1600Admission: (850) 973-1622www.nfcc.eduNorthwest Florida State College100 College BlvdNiceville, FL 32578Main: (850) 678-5111Admission: (850) 729-4922www.nwfsc.eduPalm Beach Community College4200 Congress AveLake Worth, FL 33461-4796Main: (866) 576-7222 or(561) 967-7222Admission: (561) 868-3300www.pbcc.eduPasco-Hernando Community College10230 Ridge RdNew Port Richey, FL 34654-5199Main: (727) 847-2727Admission: (727) 816-3371www.phcc.eduPensacola Junior College1000 College BlvdPensacola, FL 32504-8898Main: (888) 897-3605 or(850) 484-1000Admission: (850) 484-1600www.pjc.eduPolk State College999 Ave H, NEWinter Haven, FL 33881-4299Main: (863) 297-1000Admission: (863) 297-1000www.polk.eduSanta Fe College3000 NW 83rd StGainesville, FL 32606-6200Main: (352) 395-5000Admission: (352) 395-5444www.sfcollege.eduSeminole Community College100 Weldon BlvdSanford, FL 32773-6199Main: (407) 328-4722Admission: (407) 328-2050www.scc-fl.eduSouth Florida Community College600 West College DrAvon Park, FL 33825-9399Main: (863) 453-6661Admission: (863) 784-7408www.southflorida.eduSt. Johns River Community College5001 St. Johns AvePalatka, FL 32177-3897Main: (386) 312-4200Admission: (386) 312-4030www.sjrcc.eduSt. Petersburg College6605 5th Ave NSt. Petersburg, FL 33710Main: (727) 341-3600Admission: (727) 712-5896www.spcollege.eduTallahassee Community College444 Appleyard DrTallahassee, FL 32304-2895Main: (850) 201-6200Admission: (850) 201-8555www.tcc.fl.eduValencia Community College1800 S Kirkman RoadOrlando, FL 32811Main: (407) 299-5000Admission: (407) 582-1507www.valencia.cc.fl.us111

CAREER AND TECHNICAL PROGRAMS OFFERED IN FLORIDA COLLEGESCareer and technical programs leading to the award of the AS degree, AAS degree, or a career and technical certificatevary from institution to institution. The table on the following pages shows the specific AS/AAS degree and certificateprograms offered in The Florida College System, listed by abbreviated college title. For public school district-operatedcareer and technical programs, see Section E in this Handbook. The following are the official titles of the collegesreferenced on the table.College Abbreviations Used In ChartBREV Brevard Community College, CocoaBROW Broward College, Ft. LauderdaleCFLA Central Florida Community College, OcalaCHIP Chipola College, MariannaDAYT Daytona State College, Daytona BeachEDIS Edison State College, Ft. MyersFJAX Florida State College at JacksonvilleFKEY Florida Keys Community College, Key WestGULF Gulf Coast Community College, Panama CityHILL Hillsborough Community College, TampaINDR Indian River State College, Ft. PierceLCTY Lake City Community College, Lake CityLSUM Lake-Sumter Community College, LeesburgMANA State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota, BradentonMIAM Miami Dade College, MiamiNFLA North Florida Community College, MadisonOKAL Northwest Florida State College, NicevillePALM Palm Beach College, Lake WorthPASC Pasco-Hernando Community College, New Port RicheyPENS Pensacola Junior College, PensacolaPOLK Polk State College, Winter HavenSTJO St. Johns River Community College, PalatkaSTPE St. Petersburg College, St. PetersburgSANF Santa Fe College, GainesvilleSEMI Seminole Community College, SanfordSFLA South Florida Community College, Avon ParkTALL Tallahassee Community College, TallahasseeVALE Valencia Community College, OrlandoKey to Hours/AwardsCLK Clock HoursSSH Student Semester Hour, equivalent to a college creditPSAV Postsecondary Adult Vocational, used for non-college-credit job preparatory programs (also known as Careerand Technical Certificate)CC College Credit CertificateAAS Associate in Applied ScienceAS Associate in ScienceATD Applied Technology DiplomaATC Advanced Technical Certificates115

B B C C D E F F G H I L L M M N O P P P P S S S S S T VVOCATIONAL PROGRAMS R R F H A D J K U I N C S A I F K A A E O T T A E F A AOFFERED BY COMMUNITY COLLEGES E O L I Y I A E L L D T U N A L A L S N L J P N M L L LV W A P T S X Y F L R Y M A M A L M C S K O E F I A L EPROGRAM TITLEHOURS/AWARDA/C REFRIG.&HTG.TECHNOLOGY APPRENTICE XCLK/PSAV CERT. X X X X X X X X X X XA/C, REFRIG., & HEATINGAPPR APPRENTICE X X X X X X X XACADEMY OF INTERN.MARKETING CLK/PSAV CERT. XACCOUNTING APPLICATIONS SSH/CC CERT. X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X XACCOUNTING OPERATIONS CLK/PSAV CERT. X X X XACCOUNTING TECHNOLOGY SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE X X X X X X X X X X XSSH/A.S. DEGREE X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X XACCOUNTING TECHNOLOGYOPERATIO SSH/CC CERT. X X X X XACCOUNTING TECHNOLOGYSPECIALI SSH/CC CERT. X X X XADDICTION STUDIES SSH/CC CERT. X XADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT CLK/PSAV CERT. X X X X X X XAEROSPACE TECHNOLOGY SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE XSSH/A.S. DEGREEAGRIBUSINESS TECHNOLOGY SSH/A.S. DEGREE XAGRICULTURAL PRODUCTIONTECH SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE XSSH/A.S. DEGREEAIR CARGO MANAGEMENT SSH/CC CERT. XAIR COND/REFRIG/HEATASST. SSH/CC CERT. XAIR COND/REFRIG/HEATSYSTEM SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE X XSSH/A.S. DEGREE X X XAIR COND/REFRIG/HEATTECH. SSH/CC CERT. X XAIRCRAFT AIRFRAMEMECHANICS CLK/PSAV CERT. X XAIRCRAFT POWERPLANTMECHANICS CLK/PSAV CERT. X XAIRLINE/AVIATIONMANAGEMENT SSH/CC CERT. XXAIRPORT MANAGEMENT SSH/CC CERT. XAPPLIED TECHNOLOGYSPECIALIST SSH/CC CERT. XAPPLIED WELDINGTECHNOLOGIES CLK/PSAV CERT. X X X X X X X X X XAQUACULTUREMANAGEMENT SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE XSSH/A.S. DEGREEAQUACULTURE TECHNOLOGY SSH/CC CERT. X XARCHDESIGN/CONSTRUCTIONTECH SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE X X X XSSH/ATCXSSH/A.S. DEGREE X X X X X X X XXX116

B B C C D E F F G H I L L M M N O P P P P S S S S S T VVOCATIONAL PROGRAMS R R F H A D J K U I N C S A I F K A A E O T T A E F A AOFFERED BY COMMUNITY COLLEGES E O L I Y I A E L L D T U N A L A L S N L J P N M L L LPROGRAM TITLEHOURS/AWARDV W A P T S X Y F L R Y M A M A L M C S K O E F I A L EARCHITECTURAL DRAFTING CLK/PSAV CERT. XARSON INVESTIGATOR CLK/PSAV CERT. XAS IN DATABASETECHNOLOGY SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE XSSH/A.S. DEGREE X X X X X X XASSESS & SAFETYCOMPLIANCE SPC SSH/CC CERT. XAUDIO TECHNOLOGY SSH/CC CERT. X XAUTO. COLLISION REPAIR &REF. CLK/PSAV CERT. X X X X X X XAUTOCAD FOUNDATIONSTECHNOLOGY SSH/CC CERT. X X X X X X X X X X X X XAUTOMOTIVE MACHINESHOP CLK/PSAV CERT. XAUTOMOTIVE SERVICE MGTTECH SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE X X X X X X XSSH/A.S. DEGREE X X X X XAUTOMOTIVE SERVICETECHNOLOGY CLK/PSAV CERT. X X X X X X X X X X XAUX. LAW ENFORCEMENTOFFICER CLK/PSAV CERT. X X X X XAVIATION ADMINISTRATION SSH/A.S. DEGREE XAVIATION MAINTENCE MGMT SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE X X XSSH/A.S. DEGREE X X XAVIATION OPERATIONS SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE X XAVIONICS CLK/PSAV CERT. XSSH/A.S. DEGREE X X XBAIL BOND AGENT CLK/PSAV CERT. X XBAKING & PASTRY ARTS SSH/CC CERT. XBAKING & PASTRYMANAGEMENT SSH/A.S. DEGREE XBANKING SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE XSSH/A.S. DEGREEBANKING MANAGEMENT SSH/CC CERT. XBANKING OPERATIONS SSH/CC CERT. XBANKING SPECIALIST SSH/CC CERT. X XBARBERING CLK/PSAV CERT. X X XBASIC ELECTRONICSTECHNICIAN SSH/CC CERT. X X XBIOMEDICAL EQUIPMENTENGINEER SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE X X XSSH/ATCXSSH/A.S. DEGREE X X X XBIOTECHNOLOGY SSH/ATC XSSH/A.S. DEGREE X XBIOTECHNOLOGYLABORATORY TECH SSH/A.S. DEGREE X X X XBIOTECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST SSH/CC CERT. XBRICK AND BLOCK MASONRY CLK/PSAV CERT. XBRICK AND BLOCK MASONRY APPRENTICE X X X X X117X

APPRB B C C D E F F G H I L L M M N O P P P P S S S S S T VVOCATIONAL PROGRAMS R R F H A D J K U I N C S A I F K A A E O T T A E F A AOFFERED BY COMMUNITY COLLEGES E O L I Y I A E L L D T U N A L A L S N L J P N M L L LPROGRAM TITLEHOURS/AWARDV W A P T S X Y F L R Y M A M A L M C S K O E F I A L EBROADCAST PRODUCTION SSH/CC CERT. X XBUILDING CONST.TECHNOLOGIES CLK/PSAV CERT. X XBUILDING CONSTRUCTIONSPECIALT SSH/CC CERT. X X X XBUILDING CONSTRUCTIONTECH SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE X X X X X X XBUILDING CONSTRUCTIONTECH SSH/A.S. DEGREE X X X X X X X X X XBUSINESS ADMINISTRATION SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X XSSH/A.S. DEGREE X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X XBUSINESS COMPUTERPROGRAMMING CLK/PSAV CERT. XBUSINESS MANAGEMENT SSH/CC CERT. X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X XBUSINESS OPERATIONS SSH/CC CERT. X X X X X X X X X XBUSINESS SPECIALIST SSH/CC CERT. X X X X X X X X X XBUSINESS SUPERVISION ANDMGMT CLK/PSAV CERT. XCABLE INSTALLATION SSH/CC CERT. X X X XCARDIOVASCULAR/CARDIOPULMONARY SSH/ATC XSSH/A.S. DEGREE X X X XCARPENTRY CLK/PSAV CERT. X X XCARPENTRY MANAGEMENT SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE XCARPENTRY APPR APPRENTICE X X X X XCHEMICAL LABORATORYSPECIALIST SSH/CC CERT. X XCHEMICAL TECHNOLOGY SSH/A.S. DEGREE X XCHILD CARE CENTERMANAGEMENT SSH/CC CERT. X X X X XCHILD CARE CENTEROPERATIONS CLK/PSAV CERT. X XCHILD DEVELOPMENT EARLYINTERV SSH/CC CERT. X X X X X X X XCISCO CCNA CERTIFICATE SSH/CC CERT. X X X X X X X X X X X XCIVIL ENGINEERINGTECHNOLOGY SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE X X XSSH/A.S. DEGREE X X X X X X X XCNC MACHINIST SSH/CC CERT. XCOMM/INDUSTRIALINSULATION APP APPRENTICE XCOMMERCIAL ARTTECHNOLOGY CLK/PSAV CERT. XCOMMERCIAL VEHICLEDRIVING CLK/PSAV CERT. X X X X X X XCOMPUTER ENGINEERINGTECH SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE X X X X X X X X XSSH/A.S. DEGREE X X X X X X X X X X XCOMPUTER INFORMATIONADMINISTR SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE X X X X X X X X X118

B B C C D E F F G H I L L M M N O P P P P S S S S S T VVOCATIONAL PROGRAMS R R F H A D J K U I N C S A I F K A A E O T T A E F A AOFFERED BY COMMUNITY COLLEGES E O L I Y I A E L L D T U N A L A L S N L J P N M L L LPROGRAM TITLEHOURS/AWARDV W A P T S X Y F L R Y M A M A L M C S K O E F I A L ESSH/A.S. DEGREE X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X XCOMPUTER INTEGRATEDMANUFACTUR SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE X XSSH/A.S. DEGREE X X XCOMPUTER PROGRAMMING SSH/CC CERT. X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X XCOMPUTER PROGRAMMING& ANALYSI SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE X X X X X X X X X XSSH/ATC X XSSH/A.S. DEGREE X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X XCOMPUTER PROGRAMMINGSPECIALST SSH/CC CERT. X X X X X X XCOMPUTER SPECIALIST SSH/CC CERT. X X X X X X X X X XCOMPUTER SYSTEMTECHNOLOGY CLK/PSAV CERT. X X X X XCOMPUTERIZEDWOODWORKING SSH/CC CERT. XCONSTRUCTION CARPENTRYASST. SSH/CC CERT. XCONSTRUCTION CARPENTRYTECH. SSH/CC CERT. XCONSTRUCTION ELECTRICITYASST. SSH/CC CERT. XCONSTRUCTION ELECTRICITYMGMNT SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE XCONSTRUCTION ELECTRICITYTECH. SSH/CC CERT. XCONSTRUCTIONMANAGEMENT TECH. SSH/A.S. DEGREE XCORRECTIONAL OFFICER CLK/PSAV CERT. X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X XCORRECTIONAL PROBATIONOFFICER CLK/PSAV CERT. X X XCOSMETOLOGY CLK/PSAV CERT. X X X X X X X X X XCOURT REPORTINGTECHNOLOGY SSH/A.S. DEGREE XCRIME SCENE TECHNICIAN SSH/CC CERT. X X X X XCRIME SCENE TECHNOLOGY SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE XSSH/A.S. DEGREE X X X XCRIMINAL JUSTICETECHNOLOGY SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X XSSH/A.S. DEGREE X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X XCULINARY ARTS SSH/CC CERT. XCULINARY MANAGEMENT SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE X X X X XSSH/A.S. DEGREE X X X X X XCULINARY OPERATIONS CLK/PSAV CERT. X X X XCULINARY OPERATIONS APPR APPRENTICE XCUSTOMER ASSISTANCE TECH CLK/PSAV CERT. X X X XCUSTOMER RELATIONSHIPMGMT SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE XCUSTOMER SERVICETECHNOLOGY SSH/ATD X XDATA BASE TECHNOLOGY SSH/ATC X119

B B C C D E F F G H I L L M M N O P P P P S S S S S T VVOCATIONAL PROGRAMS R R F H A D J K U I N C S A I F K A A E O T T A E F A AOFFERED BY COMMUNITY COLLEGES E O L I Y I A E L L D T U N A L A L S N L J P N M L L LV W A P T S X Y F L R Y M A M A L M C S K O E F I A L EPROGRAM TITLEHOURS/AWARDDATABASE/E COMMERCESECURITY SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE X XSSH/ATCSSH/A.S. DEGREE X XDEALER SPECIFICAUTOMOTIVE TEC SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE X XSSH/A.S. DEGREE X X XDENTAL ASSISTING CLK/PSAV CERT. X X X X X X X X X X X X X X XDENTAL ASSISTING TECH &MGMT SSH/A.S. DEGREE X X XDENTAL ASSISTING TECH &MGMT A SSH/ATD X X XDENTAL ASSISTING NONACCREDITE CLK/PSAV CERT. XDENTAL HYGIENE SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE X X X X XSSH/A.S. DEGREE X X X X X X X X X X X X X X XDENTAL LABORATORY TECH &MGMT SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE XDIAGNOSTIC MEDSONOGRAPHY SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE X X XSSH/A.S. DEGREE X X X X X X XDIAGNOSTIC MEDICALSONOGRAPHY SSH/ATC X XDIAGNOSTIC SONOGRAPHYSPEC SSH/CC CERT. X X XDIETETIC MGMT &SUPERVISION CLK/PSAV CERT. XDIETETIC TECHNICIAN SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE XSSH/A.S. DEGREE X X XDIGITAL DESIGN CLK/PSAV CERT. XDIGITAL MULTIMEDIA VIDEOPROD SSH/CC CERT. X X X XDIGITAL VIDEOFUNDAMENTALS SSH/CC CERT. X X XDIGITAL/MULTIMEDIATECHNOLOGY SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE X X X X X X X X X XSSH/ATCXSSH/A.S. DEGREE X X X X X X X X X XDIVING BUSINESS ANDTECHNOLOGY SSH/A.S. DEGREE XDRAFTING & DESIGNTECHNOLOGY SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE X X X X X X XSSH/A.S. DEGREE X X X X X X X X X X X X XDRAFTING ARCH DESIGNTECH SSH/CC CERT. X X X X X X X X X X X X XE BUSINESS SSH/CC CERT. X X XE BUSINESS SECURITY SSH/CC CERT. X X X X X XE BUSINESS SOFTWARE SSH/CC CERT. XE BUSINESSSYSTEMS&APPLICATION SSH/CC CERT. X X XE BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE X XX120

B B C C D E F F G H I L L M M N O P P P P S S S S S T VVOCATIONAL PROGRAMS R R F H A D J K U I N C S A I F K A A E O T T A E F A AOFFERED BY COMMUNITY COLLEGES E O L I Y I A E L L D T U N A L A L S N L J P N M L L LPROGRAM TITLEHOURS/AWARDV W A P T S X Y F L R Y M A M A L M C S K O E F I A L ESSH/A.S. DEGREE X XE BUSINESS VENTURES SSH/CC CERT. XEARLY CHILDHOODEDUCATION CLK/PSAV CERT. X X X X X X X X XEARLY CHILDHOODEDUCATION A.D. SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE X X X X X X X X XSSH/A.S. DEGREE X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X XEARLY CHILDHOODEDUCATION APPR APPRENTICE XEARLY CHILDHOODMANAGEMENT SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE X X XSSH/A.S. DEGREE X X X XEDUCATIONAL ASSISTING SSH/CC CERT. X XELECTRIC LINESERVICE/REPAIR CLK/PSAV CERT. XELECTRICAL ANDINSTRUMENTATION CLK/PSAV CERT. XELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTIONADV/CR SSH/CC CERT. XELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTIONTECH SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE X XELECTRICALDISTRIBUTIONBAS/CR SSH/CC CERT. XELECTRICAL LINE SERV/REPAPPR APPRENTICE XELECTRICAL POWERTECHNOLOGY SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE XELECTRICAL POWERTECHNOLOGY SSH/A.S. DEGREE X XELECTRICIAN APPR APPRENTICE X X X X X X X X X X X X XELECTRICITY APPRENTICE XELECTRONIC COMMERCE SSH/CC CERT. XELECTRONIC SYSTEMASSEMBLY CLK/PSAV CERT. XCLK/PSAV CERT. X XELECTRONIC TECHNOLOGY CLK/PSAV CERT. X XELECTRONICS AIDE SSH/CC CERT. XELECTRONICS ENGINEERINGTECH SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE X X X X X X X X X X X X XSSH/A.S. DEGREE X X X X X X X X X XELECTRONICS TECHNICIAN SSH/CC CERT. X XEMERGENCY ADMIN &MANAGER SSH/CC CERT. X X X XEMERGENCY ADMINIST. &MANAG. SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE X XSSH/A.S. DEGREE X X XEMERGENCY MED SERVSASSOC DEG SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE X X X X X X X X XSSH/A.S. DEGREE X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X XEMERGENCY MEDICALTECHNICIAN SSH/ATD X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X XCLK/PSAV CERT.121X

B B C C D E F F G H I L L M M N O P P P P S S S S S T VVOCATIONAL PROGRAMS R R F H A D J K U I N C S A I F K A A E O T T A E F A AOFFERED BY COMMUNITY COLLEGES E O L I Y I A E L L D T U N A L A L S N L J P N M L L LPROGRAM TITLEHOURS/AWARDV W A P T S X Y F L R Y M A M A L M C S K O E F I A L ESSH/CC CERT. X X X X X X X X X X X XENG. TECHNOLOGYADVANCED TECH SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE XENG. TECHNOLOGYELECTRONICS SSH/A.S. DEGREE XENG. TECHNOLOGY MECHDESIGN SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE XENG. TECHNOLOGY QUALITY SSH/A.S. DEGREE XENGINEERING SUPPORTSPECIALIST SSH/CC CERT. X XENTREPRENEURSHIPMARKETING SSH/CC CERT. XENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCETECH SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE X XSSH/ATCXSSH/A.S. DEGREE X X X X X XENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES CLK/PSAV CERT. XEQUINE ASSISTANTMANAGEMENT SSH/CC CERT. XEQUINE STUDIES SSH/A.S. DEGREE XEVENT PLANNINGMANAGEMENT SSH/CC CERT. X XEYE CARE TECHNICIAN SSH/CC CERT. XFACIALS SPECIALTY CLK/PSAV CERT. X X X X X XFAMILY CHILD CARE CLK/PSAV CERT. X XFAMILY HEALTH SUPPORTWORKER SSH/ATD X XFILM PRODUCTIONTECHNOLOGY SSH/ATC XSSH/A.S. DEGREE X X XFINANCIAL PARA PLANNER SSH/CC CERT. XFINANCIAL SERVICES SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE X X XSSH/A.S. DEGREE X X X X XFIRE APPARATUS OPERATOR CLK/PSAV CERT. X XFIRE FIGHTER II CLK/PSAV CERT. X X X X X X X X X X X X XFIRE INSPECTOR CLK/PSAV CERT. XFIRE INSTRUCTOR CLK/PSAV CERT. XFIRE OFFICER I CLK/PSAV CERT. XFIRE SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE X X X X X X X X X XSSH/ATCSSH/A.S. DEGREE X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X XFIRE SPRINKLER DSGNTECHNOLOGY SSH/CC CERT. XFIRE SPRINKLER SYS TECHAPPR APPRENTICE X X X X XFOOD & BEVERAGESMANAGEMENT SSH/CC CERT. X X X X X X XFOREST OPERATIONS SSH/CC CERT. XFOREST TECHNOLOGY SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE XSSH/A.S. DEGREEXX122

B B C C D E F F G H I L L M M N O P P P P S S S S S T VVOCATIONAL PROGRAMS R R F H A D J K U I N C S A I F K A A E O T T A E F A AOFFERED BY COMMUNITY COLLEGES E O L I Y I A E L L D T U N A L A L S N L J P N M L L LPROGRAM TITLEHOURS/AWARDV W A P T S X Y F L R Y M A M A L M C S K O E F I A L EFUNERAL SERVICES SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE X XSSH/A.S. DEGREE X X XGEOGRAPHIC INFORMATIONSYSTEM SSH/CC CERT. X X XGOLF COURSE OPERATIONS SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE X XSSH/A.S. DEGREE X XGRAPHIC ARTS TECHNOLOGY SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE XSSH/A.S. DEGREEGRAPHIC DESIGN SUPPORT SSH/CC CERT. X X X X X X XGRAPHICS DESIGNPRODUCTION SSH/CC CERT. X X X X X X X X X XGRAPHICS TECHNOLOGY SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE X X X X X X X X XSSH/A.S. DEGREE X X X X X X X X X X X X X X XGUEST SERVICES SPECIALIST SSH/CC CERT. X XHAZARDOUS MATERIALSSPECIALIST SSH/CC CERT. XHEALTH CARE SERVICES SSH/ATD XSSH/CC CERT.XHEALTH INFORMATICSSPECIALIST SSH/CC CERT. XHEALTH INFORMATIONMANAGEMENT SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE X X X X XSSH/A.S. DEGREE X X X X X X X X X X XHEALTH SERVICESMANAGEMENT SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE X X X XSSH/ATC X XSSH/A.S. DEGREE X X XHEALTH UNIT COORDINATOR CLK/PSAV CERT. X XHEAVY DUTY TRUCK/BUSMECHANICS CLK/PSAV CERT. X XHEAVY EQUIPMENTOPERATION APPR APPRENTICE XHIGH/SCOPE PRESCHOOLAPPROACH SSH/CC CERT. XHISTOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE XSSH/A.S. DEGREE X XHOME HEALTH AIDE (CERT) CLK/PSAV CERT. XHOMELAND SECURITYEMERG. MNGR. SSH/CC CERT. X X XHOSPITALITY & TOURISMMGMT SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE X X X X X X X X X X XSSH/A.S. DEGREE X X X X X X X X X XHUMAN RESOURCESADMINISTRATOR SSH/CC CERT. XHUMAN SERVICES SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE X X X X XSSH/A.S. DEGREE X X X X X X X X X XHUMAN SERVICES ASSISTANT SSH/CC CERT. X XINDUSTRIAL ELECTRICITY CLK/PSAV CERT. XINDUSTRIAL MANAGEMENTTECH SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE X X X X X X X X X X XX123

B B C C D E F F G H I L L M M N O P P P P S S S S S T VVOCATIONAL PROGRAMS R R F H A D J K U I N C S A I F K A A E O T T A E F A AOFFERED BY COMMUNITY COLLEGES E O L I Y I A E L L D T U N A L A L S N L J P N M L L LPROGRAM TITLEHOURS/AWARDV W A P T S X Y F L R Y M A M A L M C S K O E F I A L ESSH/A.S. DEGREE X X X X XINDUSTRIAL PIPEFITTER APPR APPRENTICE XINFANT TODDLER SSH/CC CERT. X X X XINFORMATION TECHNOLOGYADMIN SSH/CC CERT. X X X X XINFORMATION TECHNOLOGYANALYST SSH/CC CERT. X X X X X X X X X X XINFORMATION TECHNOLOGYMGNT SSH/CC CERT. X X X X X X X X X X XINFORMATION TECHNOLOGYSPECIAL SSH/CC CERT. X X X X X X X X X XINFORMATION TECHNOLOGYTECH SSH/CC CERT. X X X X X X X X XINSTRUCTIONAL SERVICESTECH SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE X X XSSH/A.S. DEGREE X X X X X XINSURANCE CLAIMSADJUSTER CLK/PSAV CERT. XINSURANCE CUSTOMERSERVICE REP CLK/PSAV CERT. XINSURANCE GENERAL LINESAGENT CLK/PSAV CERT. X XINTERACTIVE MEDIAPRODUCTION SSH/CC CERT. X X X XINTERACTIVE MEDIASUPPORT SSH/CC CERT. X X X XINTERIOR DESIGNTECHNOLOGY SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE X XSSH/ATCSSH/A.S. DEGREE X X X X X X XINTERNET SERVICESTECHNOLOGY SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE X X X X X X X XSSH/A.S. DEGREE X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X XINTERPRETATIONSTUDIES/ENG SPN SSH/CC CERT. XIRRIGATION MANAGEMENT SSH/A.S. DEGREE X XIRRIGATION TECHNOLOGY SSH/CC CERT. XIT PROJECT MANAGEMENT SSH/A.S. DEGREE XKITCHEN & BATHSPECIALIZATION SSH/CC CERT. X XLANDSCAPE & HORTICULTUREPROF SSH/CC CERT. X X X X X XLANDSCAPE & HORTICULTURESPEC SSH/CC CERT. X X X X XLANDSCAPE & HORTICULTURETECH SSH/CC CERT. X X X X X XLANDSCAPE & HORTICULTURETNLGY SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE X X X XSSH/A.S. DEGREE X X X X X XLASER AND PHOTONICSTECHNICIAN SSH/CC CERT. X XLAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER CLK/PSAV CERT. X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X XX124

B B C C D E F F G H I L L M M N O P P P P S S S S S T VVOCATIONAL PROGRAMS R R F H A D J K U I N C S A I F K A A E O T T A E F A AOFFERED BY COMMUNITY COLLEGES E O L I Y I A E L L D T U N A L A L S N L J P N M L L LPROGRAM TITLEHOURS/AWARDV W A P T S X Y F L R Y M A M A L M C S K O E F I A L ELEAN SIX SIGMA GREEN BELT SSH/CC CERT. XLEGAL ASSISTING SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE X X X X X X X XSSH/ATC X XSSH/A.S. DEGREE X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X XLEGAL SECRETARY CLK/PSAV CERT. XLIFE CARE SERVICES CLK/PSAV CERT. XLIFE INSURANCE MARKETING CLK/PSAV CERT. X XLINE ERECTOR APPR APPRENTICE XLOGISTICS&TRANSPORTATION SPEC SSH/CC CERT. XMACHINING CLK/PSAV CERT. XMACHINING APPR APPRENTICE XMANUFACTURINGTECHNOLOGY SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE X X X XSSH/A.S. DEGREE X XMARINE ENG, MGMT &SEAMANSHIP SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE XSSH/A.S. DEGREE X XMARINE ENVIRONMENTALTECHNOLOG SSH/A.S. DEGREE XMARINE SERVICETECHNOLOGY CLK/PSAV CERT. XMARINE TECHNOLOGY SSH/CC CERT. XMARKETING CLK/PSAV CERT. XMARKETING MANAGEMENT SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE X XSSH/A.S. DEGREE X X X X X X X XMARKETING OPERATIONS SSH/CC CERT. X X X X X X X X XMASSAGE THERAPY CLK/PSAV CERT. X X X X X XMECHANICAL DRAFTING CLK/PSAV CERT. XMEDICAL ASSISTING CLK/PSAV CERT. X X X X X X X X XMEDICAL CLINICAL LAB TECH SSH/ATD XMEDICAL CODER/BILLER SSH/ATD X X X X XCLK/PSAV CERT. X XMEDICAL CODER/BILLER ATD CLK/ATD X X XMEDICAL INF CODER/BILLER SSH/CC CERT. X X X X X X X X X X X X X XMEDICAL LABORATORYTECHNOLOGY SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE X XSSH/A.S. DEGREE X X X X X XMEDICAL OFFICEMANAGEMENT SSH/CC CERT. X X X X XMEDICAL RECORDTRANSCRIBING CLK/PSAV CERT. X XMEDICAL RECORDSTRANSCRIBING SSH/ATD X X X X X X X X XMEDICAL RECORDSTRANSCRIBING A CLK/ATD X XMEDICAL SECRETARY CLK/PSAV CERT. X X X X X XMICROCOMPUTERREPAIR/INSTALLER SSH/CC CERT. X X X X X X X X X125

B B C C D E F F G H I L L M M N O P P P P S S S S S T VVOCATIONAL PROGRAMS R R F H A D J K U I N C S A I F K A A E O T T A E F A AOFFERED BY COMMUNITY COLLEGES E O L I Y I A E L L D T U N A L A L S N L J P N M L L LPROGRAM TITLEHOURS/AWARDV W A P T S X Y F L R Y M A M A L M C S K O E F I A L EMICROSOFT CERTIFIED DBA SSH/CC CERT. X XMICROSOFT CERTIFIED MCSD SSH/CC CERT. X XMIDWIFERY SSH/A.S. DEGREE XMONTESSORI PRESCHOOLCURRIC. SSH/CC CERT. XMORTGAGE BROKER CLK/PSAV CERT. XMORTGAGE FINANCEMANAGEMENT SSH/CC CERT. XMOTION PICTURE POSTPRODUCTION SSH/CC CERT. XMOTION PICTUREPRODUCTION SSH/CC CERT. XMOTION PICTUREPRODUCTION MGNT SSH/CC CERT. XMULTIMEDIA AUTHORING SSH/CC CERT. X X X XMULTIMEDIA INSTRUCTIONALTECH SSH/CC CERT. X XMULTIMEDIA PRESENTATION SSH/CC CERT. XMULTIMEDIA PRODUCTION SSH/CC CERT. X X X X X X X X XMUSIC PRODUCTIONTECHNOLOGY SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE XSSH/A.S. DEGREE X X XNAILS SPECIALTY CLK/PSAV CERT. X X X X XNETWORK ADMINISTRATOR SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE X X X X X X X X X X XSSH/A.S. DEGREE X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X XNETWORKCOMMUNICATIONS (LAN) SSH/CC CERT. X XNETWORKCOMMUNICATIONS (WAN) SSH/CC CERT. X XNETWORK SUPPORT SERVICES CLK/PSAV CERT. X X XNETWORK SYSTEMSDEVELOPER SSH/CC CERT. X X XNUCLEAR MEDICINETECHNOLOGY SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE XSSH/A.S. DEGREE X X X XNUCLEAR MEDICINETECHNOLOGY SP SSH/CC CERT. X X XNURSING SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE X X X XSSH/ATC X X X XSSH/A.S. DEGREE X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X XNURSING ASSISTANT CLK/PSAV CERT. X X X XNURSINGASSISTANT(ARTICULATED) CLK/PSAV CERT. X X XOCCUPATIONAL THERAPYASSISTANT SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE X X XSSH/A.S. DEGREEOFFICE ADMINISTRATION SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X XSSH/A.S. DEGREE X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X XOFFICE MANAGEMENT SSH/CC CERT. X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X XOFFICE SPECIALIST SSH/CC CERT. X X X X X X X X X X X X X X XX126

B B C C D E F F G H I L L M M N O P P P P S S S S S T VVOCATIONAL PROGRAMS R R F H A D J K U I N C S A I F K A A E O T T A E F A AOFFERED BY COMMUNITY COLLEGES E O L I Y I A E L L D T U N A L A L S N L J P N M L L LPROGRAM TITLEHOURS/AWARDV W A P T S X Y F L R Y M A M A L M C S K O E F I A L EOFFICE SUPPORT SSH/CC CERT. X X X X X X X X X X X XOPHTHALMIC LABORATORYTECH SSH/CC CERT. X XOPTHALMIC TECHNICIAN SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE XSSH/A.S. DEGREEOPTICAL MANAGEMENT SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE XSSH/A.S. DEGREEOPTICIAN SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE X XSSH/A.S. DEGREE X X XORACLE CERTIFIED DBA SSH/CC CERT. X X XORACLE CERTIFIED DBD SSH/CC CERT. XORACLE SYSTEMSADMINISTRATOR SSH/CC CERT. X X XPARAMEDIC SSH/CC CERT. X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X XPARENTING CLK/PSAV CERT. XPARKS & LEISURE SERVICETECH SSH/A.S. DEGREE XPATIENT CARE ASSISTANT CLK/PSAV CERT. X X X X XPATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN CLK/PSAV CERT. X X X X X X X X X X X XPC SUPPORT SERVICES CLK/PSAV CERT. X XPERSONAL LINES INSURANCE CLK/PSAV CERT. XPEST CONTROL OPERATIONS SSH/ATD X XPHARMACY MANAGEMENT SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE XPHARMACY TECHNICIAN SSH/ATD X XCLK/PSAV CERT. X XPHLEBOTOMY CLK/PSAV CERT. X X X X X X XPHOTOGRAPHICTECHNOLOGY SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE X XSSH/ATCSSH/A.S. DEGREE X XPHYSICAL THERAPISTASSISTANT SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE X X X X X XSSH/ATCXXXSSH/A.S. DEGREE X X X X X X X X X XPHYSICIAN ASSISTING SSH/A.S. DEGREE XPLASTICS ENGINEERINGTECHOLOGY SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE XSSH/A.S. DEGREEPLUMBING ASSISTANT SSH/CC CERT. XPLUMBING MANAGEMENT SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE XPLUMBING TECHNICIAN SSH/CC CERT. XPLUMBING TECHNOLOGY APPRENTICE XCLK/PSAV CERT.XPLUMBING TECHNOLOGYAPPR APPRENTICE X X X X X X X XPOLICE SERVICE AIDE CLK/PSAV CERT. X X XPRACTICAL NURSING CLK/PSAV CERT. X X X X X X X X X X X X X X XPRE SCHOOL SSH/CC CERT. X X X X XXX127

B B C C D E F F G H I L L M M N O P P P P S S S S S T VVOCATIONAL PROGRAMS R R F H A D J K U I N C S A I F K A A E O T T A E F A AOFFERED BY COMMUNITY COLLEGES E O L I Y I A E L L D T U N A L A L S N L J P N M L L LPROGRAM TITLEHOURS/AWARDV W A P T S X Y F L R Y M A M A L M C S K O E F I A L EPRIVATE SECURITY OFFICER CLK/PSAV CERT. X X X X XPROFESSIONAL PILOTTECHNOLOGY SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE X XSSH/A.S. DEGREE X X X X X XPUBLIC SAFETY TELECOMM. CLK/PSAV CERT. X XRADIATION THERAPY SSH/ATC XSSH/A.S. DEGREE X X X X XRADIATION THERAPYSPECIALIST SSH/CC CERT. X X XRADIO/TV BROADCASTPROGRAMMING SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE XSSH/A.S. DEGREE X X XRADIOGRAPHY SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE X X X X X X X X X XSSH/ATC X X X X XSSH/A.S. DEGREE X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X XREAL ESTATE APPRAISERTRAINEE CLK/PSAV CERT. XREAL ESTATE BROKER CLK/PSAV CERT. X XREAL ESTATE SALES AGENT CLK/PSAV CERT. X X XRECREATION TECHNOLOGY SSH/A.S. DEGREE X X X X XREFRIGERATIONTECHNOLOGY CLK/PSAV CERT. XRESPIRATORY CARE SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE X X X X X XSSH/ATCSSH/A.S. DEGREE X X X X X X X X X X X X X X XRESTAURANT MANAGEMENT SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE X X X XSSH/A.S. DEGREE X XROOMS DIVISIONMANAGEMENT SSH/CC CERT. X X X XSAFETY ENGINEERINGTECHNOLOGY SSH/A.S. DEGREE XSCHOOL AGE SSH/CC CERT. XSCHOOL AGE CERTIFICATIONTRNG CLK/PSAV CERT. X XSCIENTIFIC WORKPLACE PREP SSH/CC CERT. XSHEET METAL FABRICATIONAPPR APPRENTICE X X X X XSIGN LANGUAGEINTERPRETATION SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE X X XSSH/A.S. DEGREE X X X XSIMULATION TECHNOLOGY SSH/A.S. DEGREE XSIX SIGMA BLACK BELT CERT SSH/CC CERT. XSPECIAL FIRESAFETYINSPECTOR CLK/PSAV CERT. XSPORTS AND FITNESS SSH/A.S. DEGREE XSTAGE TECHNOLOGY SSH/CC CERT. X X XSTRUCTURAL DRAFTING CLK/PSAV CERT. XSTRUCTURAL STEEL WORKAPPR APPRENTICE XSUPPLY CHAIN SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE X X128X

B B C C D E F F G H I L L M M N O P P P P S S S S S T VVOCATIONAL PROGRAMS R R F H A D J K U I N C S A I F K A A E O T T A E F A AOFFERED BY COMMUNITY COLLEGES E O L I Y I A E L L D T U N A L A L S N L J P N M L L LPROGRAM TITLEMANAGEMENTHOURS/AWARDV W A P T S X Y F L R Y M A M A L M C S K O E F I A L ESSH/A.S. DEGREE X XSURGICAL TECHNOLOGY CLK/PSAV CERT. X X X X X X X X X XSURVEYING & MAPPINGTECNOLOGY CLK/PSAV CERT. XTELECOMMUNICATIONS ENGTECH SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE X X XSSH/A.S. DEGREE X X XTELEVISION & MEDIAPRODUCTION SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE XSSH/A.S. DEGREE X X XTELEVISION PRODUCTION CLK/PSAV CERT. XTELEVISION STUDIOPRODUCTION SSH/CC CERT. XTELEVISION SYSTEM SUPPORT SSH/CC CERT. XTELLER OPERATIONS CLK/PSAV CERT. XTHEATER & ENTERTAINMENTTECH SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE XSSH/A.S. DEGREE X X X XTRANSLATION &INTERPRETATION SSH/A.S. DEGREE XTRANSLATIONSTUDIES/ENG./SPAN. SSH/CC CERT. XTRAVEL & TOURISMINDUSTRY MGMT SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE XSSH/A.S. DEGREE X XTRAVEL AND TOURISMINDUSTRY OP CLK/PSAV CERT. XTURF EQUIPMENTMANAGEMENT SSH/A.S. DEGREE XTURF EQUIPMENTTECHNOLOGY SSH/ATD XUNIT TREATMENT ANDREHAB SSH/ATD XUNIT TREATMENT ANDREHABILITAT SSH/CC CERT. XUNIX/LINUX SYSTEMADMINISTRATO SSH/CC CERT. XVETERINARY TECHNOLOGY SSH/A.A.S. DEGREE XSSH/A.S. DEGREE X X X X X X XVIDEO EDITING &POSTPRODUCTION SSH/CC CERT. X X XVOCATIONAL ED FOR THEDISABLED CLK/PSAV CERT. XWEB DEVELOPMENTSPECIALIST SSH/CC CERT. X X X X X X X X X X X X XWEB PRODUCTION SSH/CC CERT. X X X X X XWEBCAST MEDIA SSH/CC CERT. X XWEBCAST TECHNOLOGY SSH/CC CERT. X XWIRELESS COMMUNICATIONS SSH/CC CERT. X X XWIRELESS&IPCOMMUNICATION TECH SSH/CC CERT. X129

B B C C D E F F G H I L L M M N O P P P P S S S S S T VVOCATIONAL PROGRAMS R R F H A D J K U I N C S A I F K A A E O T T A E F A AOFFERED BY COMMUNITY COLLEGES E O L I Y I A E L L D T U N A L A L S N L J P N M L L LV W A P T S X Y F L R Y M A M A L M C S K O E F I A L EPROGRAM TITLEHOURS/AWARDX CORR OFF TO LAW ENFOFFICER CLK/PSAV CERT. X X X X X X X X X X X X XX CORR PROB TO LAW ENFOFFICER CLK/PSAV CERT. X X X X XX LAW ENF OFF TO CORROFFICER CLK/PSAV CERT. X X X X XZOO ANIMAL TECHNOLOGY SSH/A.S. DEGREE X X130

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STATE UNIVERSITY SYSTEM (SUS) OF FLORIDAOVERVIEW – FRESHMAN ADMISSION AND TRANSFERSThe State University System (SUS) of Florida is comprised of eleven universities, some with branch campuses and centersin different areas of the State. The SUS is committed to providing educational opportunities of the highest quality for thestate's residents. Ten of Florida's eleven public universities offer baccalaureate and graduate degrees. New College ofFlorida, the eleventh university, is an honors college that offers an individually oriented Bachelor of Arts degree withconcentrations in a variety of disciplines. The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) accredit eachinstitution, and many of the specialized and professional programs are also accredited by agencies with knowledge andskills associated with a specific discipline.Freshman AdmissionThe state universities have a limit on the number of new students who may be enrolled at the freshman level. As a resultof the institutions' space, faculty, resources, and policy limitations, a number of qualified students may be deniedadmission to one or more of the state universities, but may be accepted for admission by others. Specific information ongeneral admissions criteria and system-wide requirements for first-time in college students (FTIC) can be found in Boardof Governors Regulation 6.002 available at http://www.flbog.org/about/regulations. Prospective students shouldcontact the institution in which they would like to enroll for specific information regarding admissions as each institutionmay establish greater criteria than the minimum identified in BOG regulation.Transfer from Community CollegesMany students are admitted to the state universities as transfers from Florida's public community colleges aftercompleting an Associate of Arts (AA) degree. The transfer of students who have earned an AA degree in a Floridacommunity college is governed by the terms of an Articulation Agreement between the State University System andDivision of Florida Colleges. The articulation agreement covers certain associate of science (AS) degrees, but not all. TheAgreement guarantees, within certain limitations, priority for graduates of Florida public community colleges with an AAdegree. There are some admission limits placed on specific programs within each university (see Limited AccessPrograms below). A student transferring to a state university without first completing the AA degree must meet theadmission requirements for first-time-in-college students specified in BOG Regulation 6.002).Students with DisabilitiesStudents with disabilities should be aware that they may be able to substitute particular coursework for required highschool credit considered for SUS admission under certain circumstances (Section 1007.264, F.S.). Documentation mustbe provided to show that the student's failure to meet the admission requirement is directly related to his or herdisability. Students with any type of disability are invited to contact admission offices while in high school to coordinatecompletion of the university admission requirements with high school graduation requirements. They are alsoencouraged to contact the university disability services offices early to determine necessary documentation.Applicants with disabilities for whom part-time college enrollment status is a necessary accommodation are eligible toapply for state financial aid. Certain requirements have to be met regarding disability documentation. Therefore,applicants should check with the college or university disability or financial aid offices for guidance.Criteria for Awarding the Baccalaureate DegreeAll students receiving a baccalaureate degree within the State University System must demonstrate college-levelproficiency in English language skills, reading, and writing. In addition, students must complete at least 36 hours ofgeneral education courses in communication, mathematics, social sciences, humanities, and natural sciences. Of the36 hours, at six hours must be taken in English and six hours in mathematics at the level college algebra or higher.The baccalaureate degree must consist of a minimum of 120 credit hours, which may include university coursesand credit given through accelerated mechanisms and/or transfer credit. In addition to meeting system-widegraduation requirements, students must meet university and programmatic graduation requirements.132

Electronic Admission ApplicationsHigh school students are encouraged to apply to participating state universities using an electronic application. Studentsmay apply using the university of their choice admissions application or the State of Florida’s common applicationavailable at www.facts.org. University applications can be found on the institution’s Web page.Directions for completing electronic applications vary among universities, but, generally, the student must print out acertification form attesting to the veracity of the information submitted and granting the university authorization torequest transcripts and test scores. Some schools send an application validation after the electronic application isreceived. To claim Florida residency, a parent or guardian must sign the appropriate section. An application fee of $20-$30 must be received before the application is processed. Students will need to contact the university directly forclarification on the amount of fees owed. Many universities allow students to waive application fees if they meet certainfinancial need criteria. Please read each university's directions carefully.Admission DepositSome of the universities require students to send an admission deposit after the student has been admitted. This nonrefundabledeposit confirms the student's admission standing and is applied toward payment of tuition uponenrollment. The deposit may be waived for those individuals who have provided documentation that they have receivedan application fee waiver because of economic need, as specified by the university.Florida Residency StatusA student's residence at the time of admission determines the amount of tuition that must be paid each semester. Aresidency statement for fee-paying purposes, included in the admission application packet, must be completed andreturned to the university, according to the instructions, in order for a student to be considered for classification as aFlorida resident (see BOG Regulation 7.005).Financial AidEach university offers financial aid programs. See the Financial Aid section for more detailed information regarding thetypes of financial aid available.HousingAll universities have on-campus student housing.Immunization RequirementsEach student is required to provide documentation of immunity to measles and immunization against rubella prior toregistration. The documentation should be submitted as soon as possible to avoid denial or cancellation of registration(see BOG Regulation 6.001(8)). Students (or their parents if the student is a minor) will receive information concerningmeningococcal meningitis and hepatitis B from postsecondary educational institutions. If they plan on residing incampus housing, they will be required to show documentation of vaccinations against these two diseases or, if theydecline the vaccinations, will be required to sign a waiver acknowledging receipt and review of the information provided(see Section 1006.69, F.S.).Limited Access ProgramsSome academic degree programs are designated as limited access programs and require higher grade point averages orother specific criteria for admission at the junior level. Florida public community college graduates with AA degrees andgraduates with specified AS degrees will be considered for admission into limited access programs at the universitiesusing the same criteria as university students who have completed their sophomore year. Students wishing to transferinto a limited access program are advised to contact the program director at the university well before completion ofthe AA degree, or the specified AS degree, to obtain the list of admission requirements into the specific program (seeRule 6A-10.024(4), FAC and BOG Regulation 8.013).133

Acceleration MechanismsStudents may earn credit toward college through examinations rather than college courses. By achieving specifiedminimum standard scores on Advanced Placement (AP), International Baccalaureate (IB), College Level ExaminationProgram (CLEP), Advanced International Certificate of Education (AICE), and other examinations accepted by theuniversity, college, school, or academic department, students may earn college credit prior to admission. Otheracceleration mechanisms include dual enrollment and early admission. In the dual enrollment program, an eligible highschool student may enroll in postsecondary courses that earn credits towards both college and high school completion.Counselors should be aware that some academic degree programs offer little flexibility in college electives. If studentsknow their potential future major and/or postsecondary institution, counselors should guide students to dualenrollment courses that serve to meet the necessary high school credit, and also fit into the students' appropriatepostsecondary major and/or general education requirements.Early admission is a form of dual enrollment, by which a student who is working toward a high school diploma enrollsfull-time at the postsecondary institution. The courses are creditable toward both the high school diploma and collegedegree. Interested students should discuss specific acceleration mechanisms and suitable options with their advisors.University catalogs describe policies in more detail.Distance LearningDistance education is a significant resource for students who need maximum flexibility in course scheduling, or for thoseneeding to take hard-to-find courses in order to graduate. Students may enroll in college credit courses offered throughdistance education by state universities. Courses are offered using synchronous (everyone at the same time),asynchronous (no set time for anyone), and mixed (includes both synchronous and asynchronous) methods ofinstruction. Several technologies may be used for instructional delivery. A course could use the Internet, two-way video,two-way audio, video-taped instruction, printed material, interactive CD-ROM, television broadcast, or any combinationof these methods. For more information, students should visit their university's web site or refer to the universitycatalog and course schedule.The Distance Learning Consortium helps students easily locate all distance learning courses offered at Florida's colleges.The web site, www.distancelearn.org, features a searchable database of distance education offerings from the state’spublic colleges and universities and SACS accredited private institutions. Students must be enrolled at one of theparticipating institutions, but may take courses appropriate to their program of study at any other institution, providedthey obtain approval from their home institution for the course.ACADEMIC DEGREE PROGRAMSThe State University System (SUS) includes the University of Florida, Florida State University, Florida Agricultural &Mechanical University, University of South Florida, Florida Atlantic University, University of West Florida, University ofCentral Florida, Florida International University, University of North Florida, Florida Gulf Coast University, and NewCollege of Florida. New College awards Honors Bachelor of Arts degrees (CIP 24.0199) in a variety of concentrations. Tosearch for a program of study in one of the state’s universities, use the “Find a College or Program” feature under theHigh School Students tab of the Florida Academic Counseling and Tracking for Students Web site (http://www.facts.org).STATE UNIVERSITY ADMISSION POLICIESCompetitive AdmissionAdmission into Florida's public universities is competitive. Acceptance is determined by enrollment limitations, andqualifications of the freshmen applicant pool. It is recommended that prospective college students apply to more thanone university and complete a rigorous curriculum in high school in an effort to increase their chances for acceptance.134

Substitutions of Requirements for Students with DisabilitiesAn individual with a documented disability may wish to be considered for admission based on a reasonable substitutionfor an admission requirement, as long as the substitution does not alter the fundamental nature of the requirement.Information is available from the universities' offices of admission (see s. 1007.264, F.S., and s. 1007.265, F.S.). Studentsshould contact their university's disability services office for further details.Admission CriteriaThe minimum state level admission policies have been established for first-time-in-college students and forundergraduate students transferring without an AA degree from a Florida public community college. Admissiondecisions are based on: 1) high school graduation; 2) grade point average in academic core courses; 3) admission testscores; and 4) course distribution requirements (see BOG Regulations 6.001 and 6.002). The minimum requirementsapply to all eleven universities. However, universities are permitted to set higher admission standards.There are three methods to qualify for admission into the universities: standard admission criteria based on a slidingscale, the Talented Twenty Program, or alternative admissions using profile assessment. These methods are explainedfully in BOG Regulation 6.002 available at http://www.flbog.edu/documents_regulations/regulations/6.002.pdf.1. Standard AdmissionA high school diploma from a Florida public or regionally accredited high school, or its equivalent, is requiredfor admission to a state university. Students completing a home education program according to Section1002.41, F.S., are eligible for admission; however, each university may require additional documentation toverify student eligibility. Students participating in a non-traditional high school program may seekadmissions to a state university. However, such applications are evaluated individually by the’ SUSinstitution to which the student has applied.Grade Point Average In High School Academic Core Courses - A weighted high school GPA will be calculatedby the university using a 4.0 scale from grades earned in high school in academic core courses in designatedsubject areas, as well as specified AP and IB Fine Arts courses (see lists of academic core courses on thefollowing pages). Additional weights may be assigned to certain grades in AP, dual enrollment, Honors, IB,AICE, and other advanced courses (see chart below).InstitutionSUS GPA Weighting CalculationsAdditional Quality Points (QP) for Advanced CourseworkAdvancedDual Enrollment Honors IB AICEPlacement (AP)FAMU 1 QP 1 QP .5 QP 1 QP 1 QPFAU *1 QP *1 QP *.5 QP *1 QP *1 QPFGCU 1 QP 1 QP .5 QP 1 QP 1 QPFIU *1 QP *1 QP *.5 QP *1 QP *1 QPFSU *1 QP *1 QP *.5 QP *1 QP *1 QPNCF *1 QP *1 QP *.5 QP *1 QP *1 QPUCF 1 QP 1 QP .5 QP 1 QP 1 QPUF *1 QP *1 QP *.5 QP *1 QP *1 QPUNF *1 QP *1 QP *.5 QP *1 QP *1 QPUSF *1 QP *1 QP *.5 QP *1 QP *1 QPUWF *1 QP *1 QP *.5 QP *1 QP *1 QP*Courses must have a grade of C or better to be weighted.135

Admission Test Scores - Admission eligibility for students who are not in the Talented Twenty Program willbe determined from a sliding scale that considers the university calculated high school grade point averageand the admission test score. Students with a calculated "B" average (3.0 on a 4.0 scale) or higher do notneed to meet a minimum test score, although either an SAT or ACT score must be submitted.The sliding scale shown allows an applicant to balance a lower GPA with a higher test score or a lower testscore with a higher GPA. The sliding scale reflects the state’s minimum standards; institutions may set higherstandards. The applicant's GPA will be calculated by the university as described above, using only the gradesearned in the required academic core courses listed on the following pages.If HS GPA in required Academic Courses is:GPASUS Sliding Admission ScaleThen SAT or ACT Score must equal or exceed:ACTSAT Reasoning Test(all three sections)2.0 25 16802.1 24 16202.2 24 16202.3 23 15602.4 22 15102.5 21 14502.6 21 14502.7 21 14502.8 21 14502.9 20 13903.0 * **There is no minimum test score for students with a GPA of 3.0 or better. However,either an SAT or ACT score must still be submitted.High School Course Distribution Requirements - Students must complete at least 18 units of high schoolwork in the five core areas listed below in addition to two or three additional electives (depending on theyear the student began high school) as will be explained in the list of approved college prep courses (in theMathematics and Electives areas).EnglishMathematicsNatural ScienceSocial ScienceForeign LanguageElectivesTOTAL4 Units4 (or 3) Units3 Units3 Units2 Units3 (or 2) Units18 Units2. Talented Twenty ProgramWithin space and fiscal limitations, graduates from Florida public high schools who rank in the top 20% of theirclass, who have completed the required 18 units of core courses listed above, and have submitted an SAT or ACTtest score shall be admitted into one of the eleven state universities, although not necessarily the university ofthe applicant's choice. After three notifications of denial, other universities will provide complimentary reviewsof the transcripts of the Talented Twenty applicants at the request of the high school counselor. Once any136

university accepts the student, the guarantee for admission has been considered met, even if the student doesnot wish to attend that particular university (see BOG Regulation 6.002(6)(c).3. Student Profile AssessmentThe majority of students are admitted on the basis of their past academic achievements and admission testscores in relation to the minimum requirements. Universities are allowed flexibility to admit a limited number ofstudents as exceptions to the minimum requirements provided that the university determines that the studenthas potential to be successful in college.Applicants who do not meet the minimum admission requirements may be eligible for admission through astudent profile assessment that considers factors such as: family educational background, socioeconomic status,special talents, or the high school or geographic location of the applicant. Any important attributes or specialtalents should be reported with the application. The factors will not include preferences on the basis of race,national origin, or sex (see BOG Regulation 6.002(6)(b)).HIGH SCHOOL COURSES THAT SATISFY COURSE DISTRIBUTION REQUIREMENTS FOR SUS ADMISSIONThe courses listed on the following pages are the preferred "college prep" courses. These courses best prepare studentsfor university-level work and they carry the most weight in the competitive admission process. They also meet therequirements for Bright Futures Scholarships and can be used in meeting the 24-credit standard high school program orthe 18-credit college preparatory program. Equivalent courses to those listed taken outside the Florida public schoolsystem may also satisfy the state's minimum requirements for admission into state universities in Florida.A few of these courses, marked with an asterisk (*), do not meet state requirements for credit in the designated subjectareas for graduation from high school according to the Florida Department of Education Course Code Directory. Coursesthat were approved as meeting college prep requirements, but are no longer being offered, are listed at the end of thelist of core courses. In advising students on courses for the Major Areas of Interest, counselors should pay particularattention to whether or not those courses will satisfy SUS Admission requirements.English Course Requirements (Academic Core Courses in English)POLICY: A SUS freshman applicant must have four academic units in English, three of which must have includedsubstantial writing requirements. The following courses are the "college prep" courses in English that include thesewriting requirements. Students should complete four or more academic credits from courses on this list.*Courses marked with an asterisk do not give subject area credit for high school graduation.1001310 English I1001320 English Honors I1001340 English II1001350 English Honors II1001370 English III1001380 English Honors III1001400 English IV1001410 English Honors IV1001420 AP English: Language & Comp.1001430 AP English: Literature & Comp.1001480 *Adv Comm. Methodology1001550 AICE English Language1001560 Pre-AICE English Language1001800 English I Pre IB1001810 English II Pre IB1001820 English III IB1001830 English IV IB1001840 English I Honors IB MYP1001845 English II Honors IB MYP1002300 Eng I through ESOL1002310 Eng II through ESOL1002320 Eng III through ESOL1002520 Eng IV through ESOL1004300 *Semantics and Logic1005300 World Literature1005310 American Literature1005320 British Literature1005330 Contemporary Literature1005340 Classical Literature1005350 Literature and the Arts I1005360 *Lit and the Arts II1005370 AICE English Literature I1005375 AICE English Literature II1005380 Pre-AICE English Literature1009300 Writing I1009310 Writing II1009320 *Creative Writing I1009330 *Creative Writing II1009331 *Creative Writing III1009332 *Creative Writing IV1009333 *Creative Writing V1009360 AICE General Paper I1020810 American Literature Honors1020820 British Literature Honors1020830 Classical Literature Honors1020840 Contemp. Literature Honors1020850 World Literature Honors1020860 Great Books137

Humanities Course Requirements (Academic Core Courses in Humanities)POLICY: The following Fine Arts courses may be calculated in the high school grade point average by the university.0900510 Pre-AICE Religious StudiesMathematics Course Requirements (Academic Core Courses in Mathematics)POLICY: Beginning in 2011, a freshman applicant to an SUS institution (2008 10 th grade high school students), mustsuccessfully complete four academic units in mathematics, all of which must be at the Algebra I level and higher. Toimplement the change from the previous requirement of three math credits to the new requirement of four mathcredits for SUS admission consideration, note the following temporary policy change as determined by the student’sgrade level as of 2008-09:2008-09 students in grades nine and ten: These students are permitted to count the sequences of Algebra1a and 1b and the sequence of Applied Math I and II as two credits for high school graduation as well as formeeting SUS admission requirements. For example, a student placed in Algebra 1a in 9 th grade for 2008-09,must complete Algebra 1b or a higher math course from the list below in 10 th grade and then complete twomore of the listed courses. Similarly, if an 9 th or 10 th grade student is placed in Applied Math I in 9 th grade in2008-09, the student must complete Applied Math II or a higher math course from the list below in 10 thgrade and then complete two more of the listed courses.2008-09 students in grade eight: High school math credits for these students will revert to the traditionalSUS policy that states the sequences of Algebra 1a and 1b and the sequence of Applied Math I and II satisfya total of one credit of math for SUS admission purposes. SUS admission requirements count thesesequences as one credit of Algebra I. If a student needs one of these sequences and plans to meet stateuniversity admission standards, he or she must begin it in 8 th grade to avoid taking two credits of mathwithin one year during the high school years.The following courses are the "college prep" courses that meet or exceed the minimum level. Students should completefour or more academic credits in mathematics from courses on this list.*Courses marked with an asterisk do not give subject area credit for high school graduation.1200310 Algebra I1200320 Algebra I Honors1200330 Algebra II1200340 Algebra II Honors1200370 Algebra Ia**1200380 Algebra Ib**Algebra 1a and Ib , taken sequentially,equate to one unit of Algebra I.1200390 Algebra I Honors IB MYP1200395 Algebra II Honors IB MYP1200500 Advanced Algebra w/ Financial Apps1200700 Math for College Readiness1201300 Math Analysis1201310 Analysis of Functions1201320 IB Math Analysis1202300 Calculus1202310 AP Calculas AB1202320 AP Calculas BC1202340 Pre-Calculus1202352 AICE Mathematics I1202354 AICE Math & Mechanics I1202356 AICE Math & Mechanics II1202362 AICE Math & Prob & Statistics I1202364 AICE Math & Prob & Statistics II1202366 AICE Math & Mech & Prob & Stats II1202370 AICE Further Mathematics1202373 Pre-AICE Additional Mathematics III1202375 IB Pre-Calculus1202800 Calculus IB1202810 IB Calculus & Descriptive Statistics1202820 IB Further Mathematics1202830 IB Advanced Calculus1209820 Pre-AICE Mathematics II1209830 IB Mathematics Higher Level1205400 Applied Math I**1205410 Applied Math II**Applied Math 1 and II, taken sequentially,Equate to one unit of Algebra I.1206310 Geometry1206320 Geometry Honors1206330 Analytic Geometry1206800 Analytical Geometry IB1206810 Geometry Honors IB MYP1207310 Integrated Math I1207320 Integrated Math II1207330 Integrated Math III1209800 Math Studies IB1209810 Pre-AICE Math 11210300 Prob & Stats w/Application1210310 IB Statistics & Intro Differential Calculus1210320 AP Statistics1210330 AICE Mathematics: Statistics1211300 Trigonometry1211800 Trigonometry IB1220910 Discrete Mathematics1298310 Advanced Topics in Math**COUNSELOR ALERT: Because 2008 9th and 10th graders enrolled in either Algebra Ia and Ib or Applied Math I and IImay not be able to gain math credit above Algebra II unless doubling up math credit per year, these students arestrongly encouraged to take rigorous academic credit for electives in order to be best prepared for academic success incollege as well as competitive with other students for admission to the more selective universities.138

Natural Science Course Requirements (Academic Core Courses in the Natural Sciences)POLICY: A SUS freshman applicant must have three academic units in natural science, two of which must have includedsubstantial laboratory requirements. The following courses are the "college prep" courses in natural science whichinclude these laboratory requirements. Students should complete three or more natural science academic credits fromcourses on this list. Students who start the integrated science courses should complete a minimum of three courses tomeet the science requirements.*Courses marked with an asterisk do not give subject area credit for high school graduation.2000310 Biology I2000320 Biology I Honors2000321 AICE Biology I2000322 Pre-AICE Biology2000330 Biology II2000340 AP Biology2000350 Anatomy & Phys2000360 Anatomy & Phys Honors2000370 Botany2000380 Ecology2000390 Limnology2000850 Biology Honors IB MYP2002500 Marine Science I2002510 Marine Science I - Honors2002520 Marine Science II2002530 Marine Science II - Honors2003310 Physical Science2003320 Physical Sci Honors2003340 Chemistry I2003350 Chemistry I Honors2003360 Chemistry II2003370 AP Chemistry2003371 AICE Chemistry I2003372 Pre-AICE Chemistry I2000410 Zoology2000430 Bio Tech2000440 Genetics2000800 Biology I PreIB2000810 Biology II IB2000820 Biology III IB2001310 Earth/Space Science2001320 Earth/Space Sci Honors2001340 Environmental Science2001350 Astronomy Solar/Galactic2001370 IB Environmental Systems2001390 Pre-AICE Coordinated Science I2001400 Pre-AICE Coordinated Science II2002415 Integrated Science Honors IB MYP2002515 AICE Marine Science I2002535 AICE Marine Science II2003380 Physics I2003390 Physics I Honors2003400 Nuclear Radiation2003410 Physics II2003420 AP Physics B2003430 AP Physics C: Mech, Elec & Mag2003431 AICE Physics2003432 Pre-AICE Physics2003600 Principles Tech I2003610 Principles Tech IIMay take either of these for up to one credit eachin Physical Science, but not in addition to Physics.2001380 AP Environmental Science2001381 AICE Environmental Science I2002330 Space Tech & Engineer2002400 Integrated Science I2002410 Integrated Science I - Honors2002420 Integrated Science II2002430 Integrated Science II - Honors2002440 Integrated Science III2002450 Integrated Science III - Honors2002460 Integrated Science IV2002470 Integrated Science V2003800 Chemistry I PreIB2003810 Chemistry II IB2003820 Chemistry III IB2003830 Chemistry Honors IB MYP2003850 Physics III IB2020710 Nuclear Radiation Honors2020910 Astronomy Solar/Galactic Honors8106810 Agriscience Foundations ISocial Science Course Requirements (Academic Core Courses in the Social Sciences)POLICY: A SUS freshman applicant must have three academic units in Social Science, which may include any combinationof the following subjects: Economics, History, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology, and Geography. The followingcourses are the preferred "college prep" courses in social sciences. Students should complete three or more academiccredits in the social sciences from courses on this list.*Courses marked with an asterisk do not give subject area credit for high school graduation.2100310 American History2100320 American History Honors2100330 AP American History2100340 *African American History2100350 *Florida History2100360 *Latin American History2100370 East & West Heritage2100380 Visions & Pursuits (U.S. Hist)2100390 Visions & Countervis (US/World Hist)2100400 *History of Vietnam War2100410 *Caribbean Studies2100420 Civil War & Reconstruction2100460 Eastern & Western Heritage Honors2100470 Visions & Pursuits Honors2100480 Visions & Countervisions Honors2100490 AICE International History, 1945-19912100500 AICE US History2100800 History of Americas IB2100810 American History IB2101300 *Anthropology2101310 *Archeology2101800 *Social Anthropology I IB2101810 *Social Anthropology II IB2102310 Economics2102320 Economics Honors2102321 AICE Economics I2102322 AICE Economics II2102330 Comp Econ Systems2102323 Pre-AICE Economics2102360 Adv Pl Micro Economics2102370 Adv Pl Macro Economics2102380 American Economic Experience2102390 American Economic Experience Honors2102800 Comp Econ Systems Pre IB2102810 Economics I – IB2102820 Economics II - IB2103300 *World Cultural Geography2103400 *AP Human Geography2103410 AICE Geography I2103420 * Pre-AICE Geography2103800 *World Geography IB2103810 World Cultural Geography Honors IB MYP2104310 *Future Studies2104320 *Global Studies2104340 *Women's Studies2104600 *Multicultural Studies2104610 *The American Mosaic2105300 *Western Civilization2105310 *World Religions2105340 *Philosophy2105860 *Philosophy IB2106310 American Government2106320 American Government Honors2106330 *Civics2106340 *Political Science2106350 *Law Studies2106360 *Compar Political Systems2106370 *Comprehensive Law Studies2106375 Comprehensive Law2106420 AP US Govt/Politics2106430 *AP Comp Govt/Politics2106440 *International Relations2106445 International Relations II2106450 Amer. Political Syst2106460 American Political System Honors2106468 * Constitutional Law I139

2106470 * Constitutional Law II2106480 Constitutional Law Honors2106800 American Government Pre IB2107300 *Psychology I2107310 *Psychology II2107350 *AP Psychology2107360 AICE Psychology2107800 *Psychology I IB2107810 *Psychology II IB2108300 *Sociology2109310 World History2109320 World History Honors2109321 Pre-AICE History2109330 *African History2109340 *Asian History2109350 *Contemporary History2109360 *British History2109370 *European History2109371 AICE Modern European History2109380 *AP European History2109410 *Jewish History2109420 AP World History2109430 *Holocaust2109800 *Contemporary Hist IB2109810 World History Pre IB2109820 *European Hist. IB2109830 World History Honors IB MYP2120710 * Anthropology Honors2120910 * Philosophy Honors2120915 Philosophy Honors IIFine ArtsPOLICY: The following Fine Arts courses may be calculated in the high school grade point average by the university.0100300 AP Art- History of Art0101370 AICE Art & Design I0101371 AICE Art & Design II0104300 AP Art- Drawing Portfolio0105320 AICE Dress Textiles0107460 Visual Technology III0107470 IB Film Studies0109350 AP Studio Art: 2D0109360 AP Studio Art: 3D0114820 IB Art-I-B- Art Design, Research0114830 IB Art-II-B- Art Design, Research0114840 IB Art-I-A- Art Design, Studio0114850 IB Art-II-A- Art Design, Studio0114860 IB Art I-A&B- Art Des, Higher Level0114870 IB Art II-A&B- Art Des, Higher Level0400345 Pre-AICE Drama0400810 IB Theatre I0400820 IB Theatre II1300330 AP Music Theory1300430 Pre-AICE Music1300820 IB Music III1300830 IB Music IVForeign Language Requirements (Academic Core Courses in Foreign Languages)POLICY: A high school student who is a freshman SUS applicant must have two academic units in a foreign language,both of which must be in sequential courses in the same language. This requirement can be met in the following ways:a. Two years of a sequential foreign language or American Sign Language in high school;b. Dual enrollment at a postsecondary institution for 8 to 10 semester credits in a sequential foreign language orAmerican Sign Language; ORc. Passing an appropriate exam for the specific language.A student admitted to a state university as an exception to this admission requirement must make up the credits prior tograduation from the postsecondary institution. Foreign language courses taken in high school to meet admissionrequirements do not count as college credit for a university graduation requirement in foreign language.0700300 Haitian Creole I0700310 Haitian Creole II0700320 Haitian Creole III0700330 Haitian Creole IV0701320 French I0701330 French II0701340 French III0701350 French IV0701360 French V0701370 French VI0701380 AP French Language0701390 AP French Literature0701391 AICE French Language0701392 AICE French Literature0701394 Pre-AICE French I0701396 Pre-AICE French II0701800 French I Pre IB0701810 French II Pre IB0701820 French III Pre IB0701830 French IV-B-IB0701840 French V-B-IB0701850 French IV-A-IB0701860 French V-A-IB0701870 French I Honors IB MYP0701880 French II Honors IB MYP0701890 French III Honors IB MYP0702320 German I0702330 German II0702340 German III0702350 German IV0702360 German V0702370 German VI0702380 AP German Language0702800 German I Pre IB0702810 German II Pre IB0702820 German III Pre IB0702830 German IV-B-IB0702840 German V-B-IB0702850 German IV-A-IB0702860 German V-A-IB0703320 Greek I0703330 Greek II0703340 Greek III0703350 Greek IV0703360 Greek V0703370 Greek VI0703380 Classical Greek I0703390 Classical Greek II0704300 Hebrew I0704310 Hebrew II0704320 Hebrew III0704330 Hebrew IV0704340 Hebrew V0704350 Hebrew VI0705320 Italian I0705330 Italian II0705340 Italian III0705350 Italian IV0705360 Italian V0705370 Italian VI0705380 AP Italian0705390 Italian I Pre IB0705391 Italian II Pre IB0705392 Italian III Pre IB0705393 Italian IV IB0705394 Italian V IB0706300 Latin I0706310 Latin II0706320 Latin III0706330 Latin IV0706340 Latin V0706350 Latin VI0706360 AP Latin: Latin Literature0706370 AP Latin Vergil0706380 AICE Latin Language0706382 Pre-AICE Latin I0706384 Pre-AICE Latin II0706390 AICE Latin Literature0706800 Pre-IB Latin I0706810 Pre-IB Latin II0706820 Pre-IB Latin III140

0706830 Pre-IB Latin IV-B0706840 Pre-IB Latin V-B0707300 Russian I0707310 Russian II0707320 Russian III0707330 Russian IV0707340 AP Russian0707800 Russian I - Pre IB0707810 Russian II - Pre IB0707820 Russian III - Pre IB0707830 Russian IV - B - IB0708340 Spanish I0708350 Spanish II0708360 Spanish III0708370 Spanish IV0708380 Spanish V0708390 Spanish VI0708400 AP Spanish Language0708410 AP Spanish Literature0708530 AICE Spanish Language0708532 Pre-AICE Spanish I0708534 Pre-AICE Spanish II0708540 AICE Spanish Literature0708800 Spanish I - Pre IB0708810 Spanish II - Pre IB0708820 Spanish III - Pre IB0708830 Spanish IV - B - IB0708840 Spanish V - B - IB0708850 Spanish IV - A - IB0708860 Spanish V - A - IB0708870 Spanish I Honors IB MYP0708880 Spanish II Honors IB MYP0708890 Spanish III Honors IB MYP0709300 Spanish Speaking I0709310 Spanish Speaking II0709320 Spanish Speaking III0709330 Spanish Speaking IV0709340 Spanish Speaking V0709350 Spanish Speaking VI0710300 Arabic I0710310 Arabic II0711300 Chinese I0711310 Chinese II0711320 Chinese III0711330 Chinese IV0711340 AP Chinese0712300 Japanese I0712310 Japanese II0712320 Japanese III0712330 Japanese IV0712340 AP Japanese0712810 Japanese I – Pre IB0712820 Japanese II – Pre IB0712830 Japanese III – Pre IB0712840 Japanese IV – Pre IB0712850 Japanese V – Pre IB0712860 Japanese VI – Pre IB0713300 Portuguese I0713310 Portuguese II0713320 Portuguese III0713330 Portuguese IV0713340 Portuguese for Portuguese Speakers I0713350 Portuguese for Portuguese Speakers II0714300 For. Lang. Hum. for Intl. Studies I0714310 For. Lang. Hum. for Intl. Studies II0714320 For. Lang. Hum. for Intl. Studies III0714330 For. Lang. Hum. for Intl. Studies IV0715300 French Lang/Lit for Intl Studies I0715310 French Lang/Lit for Intl Studies II0715320 French Lang/Lit for Intl Studies III0715330 French Lang/Lit for Intl Studies IV0715340 French Lang/Lit for Intl Studies V0715350 French Lang/Lit for Intl Studies VI0715360 French Lang/Lit for Intl Studies VII0715370 French Lang/Lit for Intl Studies VIII0715400 German Lang/Lit for Intl Studies I0715410 German Lang/Lit for Intl Studies II0715420 German Lang/Lit for Intl Studies III0715430 German Lang/Lit for Intl Studies IV0715440 German Lang/Lit for Intl Studies V0715450 German Lang/Lit for Intl Studies VI0715460 German Lang/Lit for Intl Studies VII0715470 German Lang/Lit for Intl Studies VIII0715500 Spanish Lang/Lit for Intl Studies I0715510 Spanish Lang/Lit for Intl Studies II0715520 Spanish Lang/Lit for Intl Studies III0715530 Spanish Lang/Lit for Intl Studies IV0715540 Spanish Lang/Lit for Intl Studies V0715550 Spanish Lang/Lit for Intl Studies VI0715560 Spanish Lang/Lit for Intl Studies VII0715570 Spanish Lang/Lit for Intl Studies VIII0715580 Italian Lang/Lit for Intl Studies I0715590 Italian Lang/Lit for Intl Studies II0715600 Italian Lang/Lit for Intl Studies III0715610 Italian Lang/Lit for Intl Studies IV0715620 Italian Lang/Lit for Intl Studies V0715630 Italian Lang/Lit for Intl Studies VI0715640 Italian Lang/Lit for Intl Studies VII0715650 Italian Lang/Lit for Intl Studies VIIIAmerican Sign Language (Counts as Foreign Language for University Admission Purposes Only)0717300 American Sign Lang I0717310 American Sign Lang II0717312 American Sign Lang III0707314 American Sign Lang IVCourses That Were Approved, But Are No Longer Being OfferedThe following courses are no longer listed in the Course Code Directory (CCD), but may be accepted as meeting "collegeprep" qualifications by the universities if they were taken while they were being offered at the high school.The following American Sign Language course(s) are no longer in the CCD:1010330 American Sign Lang I1010340 American Sign Lang II1010350 American Sign Lang III1010351 American Sign Lang IV109830A American Sign Lang IVThe following English course(s) are no longer in the CCD:1001490 Pacesetter English1001500 Pacesetter Language Arts1001510 Pacesetter English I1001520 Pacesetter English II1001530 Pacesetter English III1001540 Pacesetter English IV (formerlyPacesetter English 1001490)102081A American Literature Honors102081B British Literature Honors102081C Classical Literature Honors102081D Contemp. Literature Honors102081E World Literature Honors102081F Great BooksThe following Mathematics course(s) are no longer in the CCD:1200350 Linear Algebra1200360 Abstract Algebra1200500 Pacesetter Math I1200510 Pacesetter Math III1202330 Multivariate Calculus1202350 Pacesetter Math IV (New Title) 11202360 AICE Mathematics1204300 Differential Equations1206400 Pacesetter Math II1210310 IB Statistics1212300 Discrete Mathematics1213300 Elements of Math I1213310 Elements of Math II1213320 Elements of Math III1213330 Elements of Math IV1213340 Elements of Math V1213350 Elements of Math VI1213360 Elements of Math VII1213370 Elements of Math VIII1220610 Linear Algebra141

122061A Linear Algebra1220612 Abstract Algebra122061B Abstract Algebra1220810 Differential Equations122081A Differential Equations1220812 Multivariate Calculus122081B Multivariate Calculus122091A Discrete Mathematics129830A Advanced Topics in Math129830A Advanced Topics in Math IBThe following Natural Science course(s) are no longer in the CCD:2000400 Marine Biology2002310 General Science2002350 Int. Sci. I2002360 Int. Sci. II2002370 Int. Sci. III2002380 Int. Sci. IV2002390 Int. Sci. V2003440 AP Physics C: Elec & Mag2003450 AP Physics C: Mech202071A Nucl. Radiation Honors202091A Astronomy Solar/Galactic HonorsThe following Foreign Language course(s) are no longer in the CCD:(NOTE: Conversational languages are marked with a plus (+) sign to indicatethat they are generally not preferred college prep classes and may not beaccepted as college prep.)109830A American Sign Lang IV0702300 +Conversational German I0702310 +Conversational German II0705300 +Conversational Italian0705310 +Conversational Italian0708300 +Conversational Spanish I0708310 +Conversational Spanish II0708320 +Conversational Spanish III0708500 Pacesetter Spanish I0708510 Pacesetter Spanish II0708520 Pacesetter Spanish III (formerly Pacesetter Spanish0709360)0709360 Pacesetter SpanishThe following Fine Arts course(s) are no longer in the CCD:0109300 AP Art- General PortfolioThe following Social Science course(s) are no longer in the CCD:2106410 Constitutional Law212071A *Anthropology Honors212091A *Philosophy HonorsThe following courses applied as SUS electives, but are no longer in the CCD:8209030 Business Systems & Technology 28506310 Fashion Production 18506320 Fashion Production 28506330 Fashion Production 38506510 Custom Garment Making/Tailoring 48506520 Custom Garment Making/Tailoring 58506530 Custom Garment Making/Tailoring 68527011 Interior Design Services 18527012 Interior Design Services 28527013 Interior Design Services 38527014 Interior Design Services 48527015 Interior Design Services 58527016 Interior Design Services 68527017 Interior Design Services 71006311 Journalism II Honors1006321 Journalism III Honors1006322 Journalism IV HonorsApproved Elective CoursesPOLICY: Freshman applicants to the SUS must have two or three additional high school credits as electives, depending onthe year they entered high school:SUS applicants who entered high school before July 1, 2007 must have three additional high school creditsas electives (with three math courses)SUS applicants who entered high school July 1, 2007 or after must have two additional high school credits aselectives (with four math courses).Students and counselors are advised to carefully consider the importance of elective coursework. Completion of therequired 18 credits for SUS admission guarantees acceptance only in the case of Talented 20 students. Therefore, thestronger an applicant's preparation (including electives), the better their chances of admission in general, and to theuniversity of their choice.Students who entered as high school freshmen July 1, 2000 to June 30, 2007 may complete the three electiverequirements in any combination of courses listed in the Department of Education Course Code Directory, as follows:Up to three credits of:Level II courses in:• English/Language Arts• Mathematics• Foreign Language• Social Science• Natural Science• Fine Arts (See Florida Course Code Directory)Level III courses in any discipline (See Florida Course Code Directory)142

ORTwo credits from the above list and one credit of:Courses grade nine or above in ROTC/Military Training; orEquivalent courses in any discipline as determined by the Articulation Coordinating Committee (see list onfollowing page).Students who entered as high school freshmen July 1, 2007 or later may complete the two elective requirements in anycombination of courses listed in the Department of Education Course Code Directory, as follows:Two credits of:Level II courses in:• English/Language Arts• Mathematics• Foreign Language• Social Science• Natural Science• Fine Arts (See Florida Course Code Directory)Level III courses in any discipline (See Florida Course Code Directory)OROne credit from the above list and one credit of:Courses grade nine or above in ROTC/Military Training; orEquivalent courses in any discipline as determined by the Articulation Coordinating Committee (see list onfollowing page).COUNSELOR ALERT: Because 2008 9th and 10th graders enrolled in either Algebra Ia and Ib or Applied Math I and IImay not be able to gain math credit above Algebra II unless doubling up math credit per year, these students are highlyencouraged to take rigorous academic credit for electives in order to possibly be competitive with other students.Additional Electives Newly-Approved to be considered in the SUS admissions process and inclusion in the Course CodeDirectory for 2009 – 2010 and 2008 – 2009. For a comprehensive list of courses that will be considered as electives forSUS admissions consideration, please refer to the Bright Futures Scholarship Program Comprehensive Course Table(CCT) online at http://nwrdc.fsu.edu/fnbpcm02.Experiential Education0502400 AICE Accounting I0502410 AICE Accounting IIFine/Visual Arts0102330 AICE Art & Design – Ceramics0104420 AICE Art & Design – Painting & Related Media0105330 AICE Art & Design – Fashion & Design0105340 AICE Art & Design – Textiles0106320 AICE Art & Design – Graphic Design0107480 AICE Art & Design – Film & Video0108360 AICE Art & Design - Photography0110320 AICE Art & Design – Print Making0111340 AICE Art & Design – Sculpture0114880 Art I Honors IB MYP0114890 Art II Honors IB MYPHumanities0400405 Drama I Honors0400406 Drama II Honors0900350 Humanities Honors IB MYP0900500 AICE Classical Studies ILibrary Media1100420 Digital Video Prod I1100430 Digital Video Prod II1100440 Digital Video Prod Honors III1100450 Digital Video Prod Honors IVMathematics1200410 Math for College SuccessMusic1300395 AICE Music I1300840 Music I Honors IB MYP1300850 Music II Honors IB MYPNatural Science2001342 Pre-AICE Environmental Management2001410 AICE Food Studies2002480 Forensic Science I2002340 Experimental Science I2002350 Experimental Science II2002360 Experimental Science III2002370 Experimental Science IV143

Personal Fitness3026020 AICE Physical EducationSocial Studies/Economics2102400 Pre-AICE Travel & Tourism2102410 Pre-AICE Travel & Tourism I2102420 Pre-AICE Travel & Tourism IISTATISTICS ON SUS ADMISSION AND ENROLLMENTNumber Applied, Admitted, and Enrolled and Percent Admitted and Enrolled ofFirst-Time-In-College Students – Fall 2007UF FSU FAMU USF FAU UWF UCF FIU UNF FGCU NCF# Applied 17,705 20,097 5,097 21,558 10,169 3,376 20,142 12,255 6,757 4,913 1,029# Admitted 7,153 9,847 3,264 10,779 5,759 2,370 9,193 4,404 4,134 3,799 587% App/Adm 40.4% 49.0% 64.0% 50.0% 56.6% 70.2% 45.6% 35.9% 61.2% 77.3% 57.0%# Enrolled 4,165 3,767 1,575 3,652 2,403 1,033 4,039 2,348 1,617 1,710 202% Adm/Enr 58.2% 38.3% 48.3% 33.9% 41.7% 43.6% 43.9% 53.3% 39.1% 45.0% 34.4%Source: Fall 2007 Admission FilesMiddle Range of SAT Scores (Critical Reading/Math), ACT Scores, and High School Grade Point Averages ofFirst-Time-In-College Students Admitted* - Fall 2007SATUF FSU FAMU USF FAU UWF UCF FIU UNF FGCU NCF1190-13701140-1280840-10001060-1220970-1120960-1110ACT 26-30 25-28 17-21 23-27 20-23 21-25 24-28 23-26 21-24 20-23 26-304.00- 3.50- 2.68- 3.43- 2.91-H.S. GPA*3.10-4.00 3.42-4.03 3.30-4.00 3.27-3.934.40 4.00 3.38 4.00 3.51Source: Fall 2007 Admission Files*Includes First-Time-In-College Students admitted under the alternative admission program.1150-12801080-12001090-1250960-11003.00-3.681250-13903.70-4.23Total Headcount Enrollment: Percent Full-Time, Female, Minorities - Fall 2007UF FSU FAMU USF FAU UWF UCF FIU UNF FGCU NCFTOTAL* 52,084 41,002 11,567 45,524 26,525 10,394 48,699 38,614 16,570 9,388 769%Full-Time 86.1% 82.9% 87.3% 64.4% 53.6% 63.0% 69.9% 59.5% 66.8% 69.7% 99.7%%Female* 52.9% 55.6% 58.6% 59.6% 60.3% 60.7% 54.9% 56.3% 57.7% 61.1% 60.9%% White* 62.8% 71.0% 4.8% 65.5% 56.5% 76.9% 67.2% 17.1% 75.2% 76.6% 80.3%% Black* 8.3% 10.6% 90.1% 11.5% 17.0% 10.2% 8.4% 12.5% 10.2% 4.5% 2.0%%Hispanic* 11.5% 9.9% 2.0% 11.8% 17.4% 4.6% 12.9% 59.2% 6.4% 10.9% 9.3%% Asian* 7.2% 3.2% 1.0% 5.6% 4.6% 4.9% 4.9% 3.8% 5.1% 1.9% 2.4%Source: SUS Student Data Course Files, 2-A Report. Headcount does not include students using fee waivers.*Includes both full-time and part-time students in totals.144

2009‐2010 SUS CONTACT INFORMATIONFlorida Agriculture & MechanicalUniversityTallahassee, FL 32307Main: Toll Free (866) 642‐1198 or(850) 599‐3000Admission: (850) 599‐3796www.famu.eduFlorida Atlantic University777 Glades RdBoca Raton, FL 33431Main: (561) 297‐3000Admission: Toll Free (800) 299‐4FAUor (561) 297‐3040Email: admisweb@fau.eduwww.fau.eduFlorida Gulf Coast University10501 S FGCU BlvdFt. Myers, FL 33965Main: Toll Free (800) 590‐3428 or(239) 590‐1000Admission: Toll Free (888) 889‐1095or (239) 590‐7878Email: admissions@fgcu.eduwww.fgcu.eduFlorida International University11200 SW 8th StMiami, FL 33199Main: (305) 348‐2000Admission: (305) 348‐3662E‐mail: admissions@fiu.eduwww.fiu.eduFlorida State UniversityTallahassee, FL 32306Main: (850) 644‐2525Admission: (850) 644‐6200Email: admissions@admin.fsu.eduwww.fsu.eduwww.admissions.fsu.eduNew College of Florida5800 Bay Shore RdSarasota, FL 34243Main: (941) 359‐4269Admission: (941) 359‐4269Email: admissions@ncf.eduwww.ncf.eduUniversity of Central FloridaProgress Energy – UniversityWelcome Center4000 Central Florida BlvdOrlando, FL 32816Main: (407) 823‐2000Admission: (407) 823‐3000Email: admission@mail.ucf.eduwww.ucf.eduUniversity of Florida201 Criser HallGainesville, FL 32611Main: (352) 392‐3261Admission: (352) 392‐1365www.ufl.eduwww.ufl.edu/admissionsUniversity of North Florida1 UNF DriveJacksonville, FL 32224Main: (904) 620‐1000Admission: (904) 620‐2624Email: admissions@unf.eduwww.unf.eduwww.unf.edu/admissionsUniversity of South Florida4202 E. Fowler AveSVC 1036Tampa, FL 33620Main: (813) 974‐2011Admission: (813) 974‐3350www.usf.eduwww.usf.edu/admissionsUniversity of West Florida11000 University ParkwayPensacola, FL 32514Main: (850) 474‐2000Admission: Toll Free (800) 263‐1074or (850) 474‐2230Email: admissions@uwf.eduwww.uwf.edu145

PRIVATE COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIESFlorida's private colleges and universities are a diverse group. Each institution sets its own admissions requirements,and many have unique programs not offered at other institutions in the state. All institutions that are a part of theIndependent Colleges and Universities of Florida (ICUF) and some licensed by the Commission for IndependentEducation (CIE) are accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS), the accrediting body forFlorida public institutions. Many other private institutions are nationally accredited. Students should determine theirdegree and/or transfer plans to decide whether or not a particular institution is likely to meet their educational goals. Apersonal visit to the college or university is also a good idea. For additional information about programs at independentpostsecondary institutions, visit www.FACTS.org.INDEPENDENT COLLEGES & UNIVERSITIES OF FLORIDA (ICUF)The Independent Colleges & Universities of Florida (ICUF) consists of 28 private, higher education institutions. Thesecolleges and universities award 26% of Florida's bachelor degrees and more than half the graduate and professionaldegrees in Florida. ICUF institutions are non-profit, Florida-based and (like Florida public universities and communitycolleges) accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS). They serve more than 120,000students at 180 sites around the state. They offer bachelor degree opportunities on 18 community college campuses.Institutional enrollments vary from approximately 100 to nearly 25,000 students. The average class has 19 students.These institutions are funded through student tuitions that can be paid using: federal loans; Federal Pell Grants; FloridaBright Futures Scholarships and other merit scholarships; pre-paid tuition plans; need-based assistance; institutionawards; scholarships from the Florida Independent College Fund; and the Florida Resident Access Grant (FRAG). ICUFinstitutions award financial aid to 85% of the students. For more information, visit www.ICUF.org.STATISTICS ON ICUF ADMISSION AND ENROLLMENTNumber Applied, Admitted, and Enrolled and Percent Admitted and Enrolled ofFirst-Time-In-College Students – Fall 2007Institution Name # Applied # Admitted % App/Adm # Enrolled % Adm/EnrBarry University 3,623 1,944 54% 385 20%Beacon College 68 48 71% 32 67%Bethune-Cookman University 4,469 1,245 28% 1245 100%Clearwater Christian College 365 340 93% 175 51%Eckerd College 3,118 2,086 67% 1,075 52%Edward Waters CollegeEmbry-Riddle Aeronautical University 3,878 3,037 78% 1,821 60%Flagler College 2,353 933 40% 534 57%Florida College 292 249 85% 249 100%Florida Hospital College of Health Sciences 153 128 84% 92 72%Florida Institute of Technology 3,027 2,451 81% 681 28%Florida Memorial University 4,989 1,971 40% 549 28%Florida Southern College 2,559 1,490 58% 424 28%Hodges University 214 170 79% 163 96%Jacksonville University 6,236 2,513 40% 859 34%Lynn University 2,647 1,792 68% 522 29%Nova Southeastern University 2,818 1,433 51% 544 38%Palm Beach Atlantic University 2,385 967 41% 453 47%Ringling College of Art and Design 539 340 63% 292 86%Rollins College 2,998 1,658 55% 501 30%Saint Leo University 2,188 1,548 71% 456 29%146

Institution Name # Applied # Admitted % App/Adm # Enrolled % Adm/EnrSt. Thomas University 601 544 91% 248 46%Southeastern UniversityStetson University 2,948 1,897 64% 558 29%The University of Tampa 7,885 3,871 49% 1,177 30%University of Miami 19,809 7,527 38% 1,991 26%Warner Southern College 452 271 60% 148 55%Webber International University 414 226 55% 118 52%ICUF SAT and ACT Scores ofFirst-Time-In-College Students Admitted - Fall 2007Institution NameMiddle Range of SAT Scores(Critical Reading/Math)ACT AverageScoreBarry University 860-1040 20Beacon CollegeBethune-Cookman University 730-895 16.5Clearwater Christian College 870-1140 22Eckerd College 1100-1218 24.5Edward Waters CollegeEmbry-Riddle Aeronautical University 970-1220 24Flagler College 1030-1200 23Florida College 890-1180 22.5Florida Hospital College of Health SciencesFlorida Institute of Technology 1040-1250 25Florida Memorial UniversityFlorida Southern College 950-1200 22.5Hodges UniversityJacksonville University 888-1130 20.5Lynn University 810-990 18Nova Southeastern University 900-1100 21Palm Beach Atlantic University 980-1180 23.5Ringling College of Art and DesignRollins College 1060-1270 25Saint Leo University 923-1078 21St. Thomas University 763-950 18.5Southeastern UniversityStetson University 980-1190 23.5The University of Tampa 980-1150 23University of Miami 1180-1370 29Warner Southern College 713-1073 18.5Webber International University 795-1010 17.5147

ICUF Enrollment and Diversity - Fall 2007Institution Name Total %White %Black %Hispanic%Asian orPacificIslanderBarry University 8,882 32% 22% 27% 2%Beacon College 112 78% 13% 4% 4%Bethune-Cookman University 3,111 1% 91% 2% 0%Clearwater Christian College 586 88% 3% 6% 2%Eckerd College 2,555 73% 5% 5% 2%Edward Waters College 842 2% 96% 1% 0%Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University 4,863 64% 5% 8% 5%Flagler College 2,246 89% 2% 3% 1%Florida College 513 91% 3% 4% 0%Florida Hospital College of Health Sciences 2,086 61% 13% 13% 7%Florida Institute of Technology 4,741 51% 8% 6% 3%Florida Memorial University 1,867 0% 80% 5% 0%Florida Southern College 2,441 78% 8% 6% 1%Hodges University 1,640 60% 16% 20% 1%Jacksonville University 3,093 58% 19% 5% 2%Lynn University 2,715 50% 5% 7% 1%Nova Southeastern University 25,960 42% 27% 17% 4%Palm Beach Atlantic University 3,264 64% 16% 10% 3%Ringling College of Art and Design 1,090 77% 3% 11% 4%Rollins College 3,478 70% 6% 10% 4%Saint Leo University 14,179 47% 27% 7% 2%St. Thomas University 2,517 25% 24% 37% 2%Southeastern University 2,901 66% 7% 11% 1%Stetson University 3,762 76% 5% 9% 2%The University of Tampa 5,381 64% 6% 9% 2%University of Miami 15,670 48% 8% 21% 5%Warner Southern College 1,043 63% 21% 10% 1%Webber International University 617 54% 22% 8% 1%2009-2010 ICUF CONTACT INFORMATIONBarry University11300 NE Second AvenueMiami Shores, FL 33161(305) 899-3100(800) 695-2279 (toll free)http://www.barry.edu/Beacon College105 E Main StreetLeesburg, FL 34748(352) 787-7660http://www.beaconcollege.edu/Bethune-Cookman University640 Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune BlvdDaytona Beach, FL 32114(386) 481-2000http://www.bethune.cookman.eduClearwater Christian College3400 Gulf-to-Bay BlvdClearwater, FL 33759(727) 726-1153http://www.clearwater.edu/Eckerd College4200 54th Avenue SouthSt. Petersburg, FL 33711(727) 867-1166(800) 456-9009 (toll free)http://www.eckerd.edu/Edward Waters College1658 Kings RoadJacksonville, FL 32209(904) 470-8000(888) 898-3191 (toll free)http://www.ewc.edu/148

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University600 S Clyde Morris BlvdDaytona Beach, FL 32114(386) 226-6100(800) 862-2416 (toll free)http://www.erau.edu/Flagler College74 King StreetSt. Augustine, FL 32084(904) 829-6481http://www.flagler.edu/Florida College119 N Glen Arven AvenueTemple Terrace, FL 33617(813) 988-5131(800) 326-7655 (toll free)http://www.floridacollege.edu/Florida Hospital College of HealthSciences800 Lake Estelle DriveOrlando, FL 32803(407) 303-9798(800) 500-7747 (toll free)http://www.fhchs.edu/Florida Institute of Technology150 W University BlvdMelbourne, FL 32901(321) 674-8000http://www.fit.edu/Florida Memorial University15800 NW 42 AveMiami, FL 33054(305) 626-3600http://www.fmuniv.edu/Florida Southern College111 Lake Hollingsworth DrLakeland, FL 33801(863) 680-4111http://www.flsouthern.edu/Hodges University (formerlyInternational College)2655 Northbrooke DriveNaples, FL 34119(239) 513-1122(800) 466-8017 (toll free)http://www.hodges.edu/Jacksonville University2800 University Blvd NorthJacksonville, FL 32211(904) 256-8000http://www.ju.edu/Lynn University3601 North Military TrailBoca Raton, FL 33431(561) 237-7000http://www.lynn.edu/Nova Southeastern University3301 College AvenueFt. Lauderdale, FL 33314(800) 541-6682 (toll free)http://www.nova.edu/Palm Beach Atlantic University901 S Flagler DriveWest Palm Beach, FL 33401(561) 803-2000http://www.pba.edu/Ringling College of Art and Design2700 North Tamiami TrailSarasota, FL 34234(941) 351-5100(800) 255-7695 (toll free)http://www.ringling.edu/Rollins College1000 Holt AveWinter Park, FL 32789(407) 646-2000http://www.rollins.edu/Saint Leo University33701 State Road 52Saint Leo, FL 33574(352) 588-8200(800) 334-5532 (toll free)http://www.saintleo.edu/St. Thomas University16401 NW 32nd AveMiami, FL 33054(305) 628-6546http://www.stu.edu/Southeastern University1000 Longfellow BlvdLakeland, FL 33801(863) 667-5000http://www.seuniversity.edu/Stetson University421 N Woodland BlvdDeLand, FL 32723(386) 822-7100(800) 688-0101 (toll free)http://www.stetson.edu/University of MiamiCoral Gables, FL 33124(305) 284-2211http://www.miami.edu/The University of Tampa401 W Kennedy BlvdTampa, FL 33606(813) 253-3333http://www.ut.edu/Warner Southern College13895 Hwy 27Lake Wales, FL 33859(863) 638-1426(800) 309-9563 (toll free)http://www.warner.edu/Webber International University1201 North Scenic HighwayBabson Park, FL 33827(800) 741-1844 (toll free)http://www.webber.edu/149

COMMISSION FOR INDEPENDENT EDUCATION (CIE)The Commission for Independent Education (Commission) has statutory responsibilities in matters relating to nonpublic,postsecondary, educational institutions. In keeping with the Florida Department of Education's goal of producinga seamless educational system, some of these functions include consumer protection, program improvement,institutional polices and administration, data management, and the licensure of independent schools, colleges anduniversities.Licensed Colleges and UniversitiesDuring the 2008-2009 fiscal year, 336 degree-granting institutions were under the jurisdiction of the Commission. Totalreported enrollment for these degree programs was 236,617. There were 46,457 graduates reported from these degreeprograms. Currently, 303 (90%) of these degree-granting institutions are accredited by one or more regional or nationalaccrediting agencies. A complete listing of these independent colleges and universities are available at the Commissionfor Independent Education's website (http://www.fldoe.org/cie/index.htm). You may also call the Commission at (850)245-3200. If you have any complaints about these independent postsecondary institutions, call the ConsumerProtection Hotline at 1-888-224-6684.Be aware that there is no guarantee that students will be able to transfer credits to another institution. The acceptanceof students or graduates is up to the receiving institution. Students and counselors should determine, prior toenrollment, whether or not a particular institution is likely to meet the students’ educational goals. If a student isconsidering a transfer in the future, it is important to ask the college or university to which the student might transferabout the credits that will be accepted from their previous institution. Remember that a personal visit to the college oruniversity is always a good idea.2009-2010 CIE DEGREE-GRANTING INSTITUTION CONTACT INFORMATION5 Star Training Center39 NW 166th Street # 4North Miami Beach, FL 33169(305) 947-8141Academy for Five Element Acupuncture, Inc.305 SE 2nd Ave.Gainesville, FL 32601(352) 335-2332www.acupuncturist.eduAcademy for Practical Nursing and HealthOccupations5154 Okeechobee Blvd, Suite 201West Palm Beach, FL 33417(561) 683-1400www.APNHO.comAce of Spades Casino Training, Inc.1570 W 38 Place, Unit #5Hialeah, FL 33012(305) 826-1155www.aceofspadesinc.comAcupuncture and Massage College10506 North Kendall DriveMiami, FL 33176(305) 595-9500www.amcollege.eduAdolfo Ibanez School of Management, Inc.1200 Brickell Ave, Suite 300Miami, FL 33131(305) 416-6015www.adolfoibanez.comAidan University9000 Regency Square BlvdJacksonville, FL 32211(904) 613-8469www.university.logos.eduAmerican Academy of Clinical Sexologists3203 Lawton Road, Suite 170Orlando, FL 32803(407) 645-1641www.esextherapy.comAmerican College of Applied Science, Inc.123 Dream Pond RoadCresent City, FL 32112(800) 403-3347http://amcollege.usAmerican College of Education37 North Orange Avenue, Suite 521Orlando, FL 32801(312) 821-6300www.ace.eduAmerican Institute College of HealthProfessions1420 Celebration Blvd, Suite 200Celebration, FL 34747(888) 806-2447American Intercontinental University2250 N Commerce PkwyWeston, FL 33326(954) 446-6100www.aiufl.eduAmerican Medical Academy12215 SW 112th StreetMiami, FL 33186(305) 271-6555www.amaedu.comAmerican University of the Caribbean Schoolof Medicine901 Ponce De Leon Blvd, Suite 700Coral Gables, FL 33134(305) 446-0600www.aucmed.eduAngley College1700 S. Woodland BlvdDeland, FL 32720(386) 740-1215www.angley.edu150

Argosy University1403 N Howard AveTampa, FL 33607(813) 393-5270www.argosyu.eduArgosy University5250 17th StreetSarasota, FL 34235(941) 379-0404www.argosy.eduAsbury College8401 Valencia College LaneOrlando, FL 32825(859) 858-3511www.asbury.eduATI Career Training Center2890 NW 62nd StreetFt. Lauderdale, FL 33309(954) 973-4760www.aticareertraining.eduATI Career Training Center7265 NW 25th StreetMiami, FL 33122(305) 591-3060www.aticareertraining.eduATI Career Training Center3501 NW 9th AvenueOakland Park, FL 33309(954) 563-5899www.aticareertraining.eduATI College of Health1525 NW 167th Street, 3rd FloorMiami, FL 33169(305) 628-1000www.aticareertraining.eduAtlantic Institute of Oriental Medicine, Inc.100 East Broward Blvd, Suite 100Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33301-3510(954) 763-9840www.atom.eduAve Maria School of Law1025 Commons CircleNaples, FL 34119(734) 820-8040www.avemarialaw.eduAve Maria University, Inc.5050 Ave Maria BoulevardAve Maria, FL 34142(239) 280-2500www.avemaria.eduBarbara Brennan School of Healing500 NE Spanish River Blvd, Suite 208Boca Raton, FL 33431-4559(800) 924-2564www.barbarabrennan.comBelhaven College2301 Maitland Center PkwyBldg 200, Suite 165Maitland, FL 32751(407) 379-0114http://orlando.belhaven.edu/Brentwood College2455 E Sunrise Blvd, Suite 200Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33304(954) 565-8505www.brentwoodu.comBrown Mackie College - Miami1501 Biscayne BoulevardMiami, FL 33132(305) 341-6600www.brownmackie.eduCambridge Institute of Allied Health, Inc.1912 Boothe Cir. Suite 200Longwood, FL 32750(407) 265-8383www.cioah.edu/Capella University225 S 6th Street, 9th FloorMinneapolis, MN 55402(612) 977-5449www.capella.eduCareer Training Institute3318 Edgewater DriveOrlando, FL 32804(407) 884-1816www.cosmetology-careers.comCarlos Albizu University2173 NW 99th AvenueMiami, FL 33172(305) 593-1223www.mia.albizu.eduCCI School of Counseling & Technology14625 SW 42nd StreetMiami, FL 33175(305) 480-5800www.ccischool.orgCenter of Cinematography, Arts, andTelevision1637 NW 27th Ave.Miami, FL 33125(305) 634-0550www.ccat.eduCentral Florida College6565 Ulmerton RoadLargo, FL 33771(727) 531-5900www.centralfloridacollege.eduCentral Florida College1573 W Fairbanks Ave, Suite 100Winter Park, FL 32789(407) 843-3984www.centralfloridacollege.eduCentral Florida Institute of Orlando6000 Cinderlane PkwyOrlando, FL 32810(407) 253-5354www.cfi.eduCentral Florida Institute of Palm Harbor30522 U.S. Highway 19 NorthPalm Harbor, FL 34684(727) 786-4707www.cfinstitute.comCentura Institute6359 Edgewater DriveOrlando, FL 32810(407) 275-9696www.centurainstitute.eduChaim Yakov Shlomo College of JewishStudies9540 Collins AveSurfside, FL 33154(305) 868-1411www.cys-college.orgChamberlain College of Nursing5200 Belfort Road, Suite 100Jacksonville, FL 32256(888) 556-8226www.chamberlain.eduCity College - Casselberry853 East Highway 436, Suite 200Casselberry, FL 32707(407) 831-9816www.citycollege.eduCity College - Ft. Lauderdale2000 West Commercial BlvdFt. Lauderdale, FL 33309(954) 492-5353www.citycollege.eduCity College - Gainesville2400 SW 13th StreetGainesville, FL 32608(352) 335-4000www.citycollege.edu151

City College - Miami9300 South Dadeland BlvdMiami, FL 33156(305) 666-9242www.citycollege.eduCollege of America5950 Lakehurst Drive, Suite 101Orlando, FL 32819(407) 896-0101www.collegeofamericausa.comCollege of Business & Technology8230 W. Flagler StreetMiami, FL 33144(305) 273-4499www.cbt.eduCollege of Business & Technology8991 SW 107th Avenue # 200Miami, FL 33176(305) 273-4499www.cbt.eduCollege of Business & Technology935 West 49th Street, Suite #203Hialeah, FL 33012(305) 273-4499www.cbt.eduCollege of Business & Technology - Cutler Bay19151 S Dixie Hwy, Suite #205Homestead, FL 33157(305) 273-4499www.cbt.eduColumbia College - Jacksonville7077 Bonneval Road, Suite 114Jacksonville, FL 32216(904) 338-9150www.ccis.edu/nationwide/jacksonvilleColumbia College - NAS JacksonvilleNavy College Office, P.O. Box 137, Bld. # 110,110 Yorktown AvenueJacksonville, FL 32212-0137(904) 778-9769www.ccis.edu/nationwide/nasjacksonvilleColumbia College - Orlando2600 Technology Drive, Suite 100Orlando, FL 32804(407) 293-9911www.ccis.edu/nationwide/orlandoColumbia College - Patrick AFB1020 Central Avenue Suite C-9Patrick Air Force Base, FL 32925-2901(321) 783-5506www.ccis.edu/nationwide/pafbConcorde Career Institute10933 Mark's WayMiramar, FL 33025(954) 731-8880www.concorde.eduConcorde Career Institute4202 West Spruce StreetTampa, FL 33607(813) 874-0094www.concorde.eduConcorde Career Institute7960 Arlington Expressway,Suite 120Jacksonville, FL 32211(904) 725-0525www.concorde.eduDade Medical College2750 West 68th Street, Suite 202, 206Hialeah, FL 33016(786) 363-3340www.dademedicalcollege.comDade Medical College3401 NW 7th StreetMiami, FL 33125(305) 644-1171www.dademedicalcollege.comDade Medical College381 North Krome AvenueHomestead, FL 33030www.dademedicalcollege.eduDaytona College425 S. Nova RoadOrmond Beach, FL 32174(386) 267-0565www.daytonacollege.eduDelta Connection Academy, Inc.2700 Flight Line Ave.Sanford, FL 32773(407) 330-7020www.deltaconnectionacademy.comDeVry University, Ft. Lauderdale600 Corporate Drive, Suite 200Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33334(954) 938-3083www.devry.eduDeVry University, Jacksonville8131 Baymeadows Circle, WestJacksonville, FL 32256(904) 367-4942www.devry.eduDeVry University, Miami8700 W. Flagler Street, Suite 100Miami, FL 33174(786) 425-1113www.devry.eduDeVry University, Miramar2300 SW 145th AvenueMiramar, FL 33027(954) 499-9700www.devry.eduDeVry University, Orlando4000 Millenia Blvd.Orlando, FL 32839(407) 345-2800www.devry.eduDeVry University, Orlando North1800 Pembrook Drive, Suite 160Orlando, FL 32810(407) 659-0900www.devry.eduDeVry University, Tampa Bay3030 N. Rocky Point Drive West, Suite 100Tampa, FL 33607(813) 288-8994www.devry.eduDeVry University, Tampa East6700 Lakeview Center Dr., Suite 150Tampa, FL 33619(813) 664-4260www.devry.eduDigital Animation & Visual Effects School2000 Universal Studios Plaza, Suite 200Orlando, FL 32819(407) 224-3283www.daveschool.comDigital Media Arts College3785 N. Federal Hwy.Boca Raton, FL 33431(561) 391-1148www.dmac.eduDominican University, School of Education9417 Princess Palm Avenue, Suite 400Tampa, FL 33619(708) 524-6830Don Ignacio Culinary Arts School10395 NW 41st Street, Suite 125Doral, FL 33178(305) 629-2929www.DonIgnacioCulinary.com152

Dragon Rises College of Oriental Medicine1000 NE 16th Avenue, Building FGainesville, FL 32601(352) 371-2833www.dragonrises.eduEast West College of Natural Medicine3808 N Tamiami TrailSarasota, FL 34234(941) 355-9080www.ewcollege.orgEverest Institute1040 Bayview DriveFt. Lauderdale, FL 33304(954) 630-0066www.everest.edu/campus/ft_lauderdaleEverest Institute9020 SW 137th AvenueMiami, FL 33186(305) 386-9900www.everest.edu/campus/kendallEverest Institute530 W 49th StreetHialeah, FL 33012(305) 558-9500www.everest.edu/campus/hialeahEverest Institute111 NW 183rd St, Suite 200Miami, FL 33169(305) 949-9500www.everest.edu/campus/miamiEverest University2401 N. Harbor City BlvdMelbourne, FL 32935(321) 253-2929www.everest.eduEverest University9200 Southpark Center LoopOrlando, FL 32819(407) 851-2525www.everest.eduEverest University3924 Coconut Palm DriveTampa, FL 33619(813) 621-0041www.everest.eduEverest University805 Wells Rd.Orange Park, FL 32073(904) 264-9122www.everest.eduEverest University3319 W. Hillsborough AvenueTampa, FL 33614(813) 879-6000www.everest.eduEverest University225 N. Federal Hwy.Pompano Beach, FL 33062(954) 783-7339www.everest.eduEverest University995 E Memorial Blvd, Suite 110Lakeland, FL 33801-9881(863) 686-1444www.everest.eduEverest University8226 Phillips HighwayJacksonville, FL 32256(904) 731-4949www.everest.eduEverest University5421 Diplomat CircleOrlando, FL 32810(407) 628-5870www.everest.eduEverest University1199 E. Bay DriveLargo, FL 33770(727) 725-2688www.everest.eduEverglades University6001 Lake Osprey Drive, Suite #110Sarasota, FL 34240(941) 907-2262www.evergladesuniversity.eduEverglades University887 East Altamonte DriveAltamonte Springs, FL 32701(407) 277-0311www.evergladesuniversity.eduEverglades University5002 T-REX Avenue, #100Boca Raton, FL 33431(561) 912-1211www.evergladesuniversity.eduFlorida Career College - Clearwater410 Park Place Blvd.Clearwater, FL 33759(727) 724-1037www.careercollege.eduFlorida Career College - Hialeah3750 W. 18th Ave.Hialeah, FL 33012(305) 825-3231www.careercollege.eduFlorida Career College - Jacksonville6600 Youngerman CircleJacksonville, FL 32244(904) 753-1900www.careercollege.eduFlorida Career College - Lauderdale Lakes3383 N. State Road 7Lauderdale Lakes, FL 33319(954) 535-8700www.careercollege.eduFlorida Career College - Miami1321 S.W. 107th Avenue Suite 201BMiami, FL 33174(305) 553-6065www.careercollege.eduFlorida Career College - Pembroke Pines7891 Pines BoulevardPembroke Pines, FL 33024(954) 965-7272www.careercollege.eduFlorida Career College - Riverview2662 South Falkenburg RoadRiverview, FL 33569(813) 621-5775www.careercollege.eduFlorida Career College - West Palm Beach6058 Okeechobee Blvd.West Palm Beach, FL 33417(561) 689-0550www.careercollege.eduFlorida Career Institute, Inc.5925 Imperial Parkway, Suite 200Mulberry, FL 33860(863) 646-1400www.floridacareerinstitute.comFlorida Christian College1011 Bill Beck Blvd.Kissimmee, FL 34744(407) 847-8966www.fcc.eduFlorida Coastal School of Law8787 Baypine RoadJacksonville, FL 32256(904) 680-7707www.fcsl.edu153

Florida College of Integrative Health3808 North Tamiami TrailSarasota, FL 34234(941) 355-9080Florida College of Integrative Medicine7100 Lake Ellenor DriveOrlando, FL 32809(407) 888-8689www.fcim.eduFlorida College of Natural Health7925 N.W. 12th Street Suite #201Miami, FL 33126(305) 597-9599www.steinered.comFlorida College of Natural Health2600 Lake Lucien Dr., Suite 140Maitland, FL 32751(407) 261-0319www.steinered.comFlorida College of Natural Health616 67th Street Circle EastBradenton, FL 34208(941) 744-1244www.steinered.comFlorida College of Natural Health2001 West Sample Road Suite #100Pompano Beach, FL 33064(954) 975-6400www.steinered.comFlorida Education Center - Lauderhill1299B N.W. 40th AvenueLauderhill, FL 33313(954) 797-6140www.floridaeducationcenter.comFlorida Medical Training Institute478 North Babcock StreetMelbourne, FL 32935(321) 751-9696www.fmti.eduFlorida Medical Training Institute7451 Wiles Road, Suite 105Coral Springs, FL 33067(954) 752-1414www.fmti.eduFlorida National College, Inc.4425 W. 20th Ave.Hialeah, FL 33012(305) 821-3333www.fnc.eduFlorida National College, Inc.4206 W. 12 Ave.Hialeah, FL 33012(305) 231-3326www.fnc.eduFlorida National College, Inc.11865 SW 26 St. Unit H3Miami, FL 33175(305) 226-9999www.fnc.eduFlorida Technical College8711 Lone Star RoadJacksonville, FL 32211(904) 724-2229www.ftcjacksonville.comFlorida Technical College - Deland1199 S. Woodland Blvd.Deland, FL 32720(386) 734-3303www.flatech.eduFlorida Technical College - Lakeland4715 South Florida Avenue, Suite 4Lakeland, FL 33813(863) 619-6200www.flatech.eduFlorida Technical College - Orlando12689 Challenger Pkwy., Suite 130Orlando, FL 32826(407) 447-7300www.flatech.eduFlorida Virtual University2900 Glades Circle Suite 800Weston, FL 33327(954) 845-0661www.fvconline.comFortis Institute4081 East Olive Road, Suite BPensacola, FL 32514(850) 476-7607www.fortiscollege.eduFull Sail University3300 University BlvdWinter Park, FL 32792(800) 226-7625www.fullsail.comGalen School of Nursing9549 Koger Blvd., Suite 100St. Petersburg, FL 33702(727) 577-1497www.galencollege.eduGenesis Vocational Institute, Corp.12859-61 SW 40 StreetMiami, FL 33175(786) 473-9691Golf Academy of America1200 E. Altamonte Dr., Unit 1010Altamonte Springs, FL 32701(407) 699-1990www.golfacademy.edu154Gooding Institute of Nurse Anesthesia615 North Bonita AvenuePanama City, FL 32401(850) 747-6918www.baymedical.orgGulf Coast College3910 US Hwy 301 North, Suite #200Tampa, FL 33619-1283(813) 620-1446www.gufcoastcollege.comHealth Career Institute1926 10th Avenue N, Suite 106Lake Worth, FL 33461(561) 586-0121www.healthcareerinstitute.comHealth Opportunity Technical Center, Inc.18441 NW 2nd Avenue, Suite 300Miami, FL 33169(305) 249-2275www.healthopportunitytechnicalcenter.comHeritage Institute4130 Salisbury Road Suite 1100Jacksonville, FL 32216(904) 332-0910www.heritage-education.comHeritage Institute6630 Orion Drive, Suite 202Ft. Myers, FL 33912(239) 936-5822www.heritage-education.comHerzing University1595 South Semoran Boulevard, Suite # 1501Winter Park, FL 32792-5509(407) 478-0500www.herzing.eduHigh-Tech Institute3710 Maguire Blvd.Orlando, FL 32803(407) 893-7400www.hightechinstitute.eduHobe Sound Bible College11298 SE Gomez, P.O. Box 1065Hobe Sound, FL 33455-1065(772) 546-5534www.hsbc.eduImpac University900 West Marion AvenuePunta Gorda, FL 33950(941) 639-7512www.impacu.edu

Innova College Virtual Campus110 East Broward Blvd., Suite 1700Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301(954) 315-3811www.innovacollege.comInstitute of Allied Medical ProfessionsDelray Medical Center 5150 LintonBoulevard, Suite 340Delray Beach, FL 33484(561) 381-4990www.iamp.eduInstituto Technologico Y De EstudiosSuperiores De Monterrey (USA), Inc.3625 NW 82nd Avenue, Suite 205Miami, FL 33166(305) 592-8306www.thunderbird.edu/globalmbaInter American University of Puerto Rico3201 E. Colonial Drive, Suite U-4Orlando, FL 32803(407) 218-4164www.orlando.inter.eduInternational Academy of Design &Technology5104 Eisenhower BoulevardTampa, FL 33634(813) 881-0008www.academy.eduInternational Academy of Design &Technology5959 Lake Ellenor DriveOrlando, FL 32809(407) 888-5921www.iadt.eduInternational Academy of Design &Technology - Online5104 Eisenhower BoulevardTampa, FL 33634(866) 755-4238www.academy.eduInternational School of Midwifery, Inc.140 NE 119th StMiami, FL 33161-5375(305) 754-2354International Vocational Training Center8213 Biscayne BoulevardMiami, FL 33138(305) 754-4035www.ivtc.educate.comITT Technical Institute3491 Gandy Boulevard, Suite 101Pinellas Park, FL 33781(727) 209-4700www.itt-tech.eduITT Technical Institute - Ft. Lauderdale3401 S. University Dr.Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33328(954) 476-9300www.itt-tech.eduITT Technical Institute - Jacksonville7011 A.C. Skinner Parkway, Suite 140Jacksonville, FL 32256(904) 573-9100www.itt-tech.eduITT Technical Institute - Lake Mary1400 South International ParkwayLake Mary, FL 32746(407) 660-2900www.itt-tech.eduITT Technical Institute - Miami7955 NW 12th Street, Suite 119Miami, FL 33126(305) 477-3080www.itt-tech.eduITT Technical Institute - Tampa4809 Memorial HighwayTampa, FL 33634-7350(813) 885-2244www.itt-tech.eduJefferson Davis Community College220 Alco Drive c/o P.O. Box 958Brewton, AL 36427(251) 867-4832www.jdcc.eduJohnson & Wales University1701 NE 127th St.North Miami, FL 33181(305) 892-7044www.jwu.eduJones College5353 Arlington ExpresswayJacksonville, FL 32211-5588(904) 743-1122www.jones.eduJones College1195 Edgewood Ave, SouthJacksonville, FL 32205(904) 743-1122www.jones.eduJones College11430 North Kendall Drive, Suite 200Miami, FL 33176(305) 275-9996www.jones.eduJose Maria Vargas University8300 South Palm DrivePembroke Pines, FL 33025(866) 650-JMVUwww.jmvu.comKaplan University12650 Ingenuity DriveOrlando, FL 32826-2703(312) 385-1266Kaplan University6301 Kaplan University AvenueFt. Lauderdale, FL 33309(866) 527-5268www.kaplan.eduKeiser Career College6014 US Hwy. 19 N., Suite 250New Port Richey, FL 34652(954) 776-4476www.keisercareer.eduKeiser Career College6700 Southpoint Parkway, Suite 400Jacksonville, FL 32216(904) 448-9499www.keisercareer.eduKeiser Career College1480 Pinehurst DriveSpring Hill, FL 34606(352) 263-2703Keiser Career College - Greenacres6812 Forest Hill Boulevard, Suite #D-1Greenacres, FL 33413(561) 433-2330www.keisercareer.eduKeiser Career College - Miami Lakes17395 NW 59th AvenueMiami Lakes, FL 33015(305) 820-5003www.keisercareer.eduKeiser Career College - St. Petersburg11208 Blue Heron Boulevard, Suite ASt.Petersburg, FL 33716(727) 576-6500www.keisercareer.eduKeiser University - Daytona Beach1800 Business Park Blvd.Daytona Beach, FL 32114(386) 274-5060www.keiseruniversity.eduKeiser University - Ft. Lauderdale1500 N.W. 49th StreetFt. Lauderdale, FL 33309(954) 776-4456www.keiseruniversity.edu155

Keiser University - Jacksonville6700 Southpoint ParkwayJacksonville, FL 32216(904) 296-3440www.keiseruniversity.eduKeiser University - Kendall8505 Mills DriveMiami, FL 33183(305) 596-2226www.keiseruniversity.comKeiser University - Lakeland2400 Interstate DriveLakeland, FL 33805(863) 682-6020www.keiseruniversity.eduKeiser University - Melbourne900 South Babcock StreetMelbourne, FL 32901(321) 409-4800www.keiseruniversity.eduKeiser University - Orlando5900 Lake Underhill RoadOrlando, FL 32807(407) 273-5800www.keiseruniversity.eduKeiser University - Pembroke Pines12520 Pines Blvd.Pembroke Pines, FL 33027(954) 431-4300www.keiseruniversity.eduKeiser University - Port St. Lucie10330 South US 1Port St. Lucie, FL 34952(772) 398-9990www.keiseruniversity.eduKeiser University - Sarasota6151 Lake Osprey DriveSarasota, FL 34240(941) 907-2262www.keiseruniversity.eduKeiser University - Tallahassee1700 Halstead Blvd.Tallahassee, FL 32309(850) 906-9494www.keiseruniversity.eduKeiser University - Tampa5225 Memorial HighwayTampa, FL 33634-7357(813) 885-4900www.keiseruniversity.eduKeiser University - West Palm Beach2085 Vista ParkwayWest Palm Beach, FL 33411(561) 471-6000www.keiseruniversity.eduKellogg School of Management95 Merrick Way, Suite 100Coral Gables, FL 33134(305) 442-7780www.kellogg.northwestern.edu/emba/programs/miami.htmKey College225 E Dania Beach BlvdDania Beach, FL 33004(954) 923-4440www.keycollege.eduLake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine5000 Lakewood Ranch Blvd.Bradenton, FL 34211-4900(941) 756-0690www.lecom.eduLe Cordon Bleu College of Culinary ArtsMiami3221 Enterprise WayMiramar, FL 33025(954) 628-4400www.miamiculinary.comLECOM Bradenton School of Pharmacy5000 Lakewood Ranch BoulevardBradenton, FL 34211(941) 756-0690www.lecom.eduLiberty University407 Third StreetNeptune Beach, FL 32266(434) 582-7600www.liberty.eduLincoln College of Technology2410 Metrocentre Blvd.West Palm Beach, FL 33407(561) 842-8324www.lincolncollegeoftechnology.comLincoln Technical Institute5335 66th Street NorthSt. Petersburg, FL 33709(727) 547-1822www.AmericareSchools.comLincoln Technical Institute7275 Estapona CircleFern Park, FL 32730(407) 673-7406www.Americareschools.comLuther Rice University3990 Loretto RoadMandarin, FL 32223(770) 484-1204www.lru.eduMaya's School of Beaute, Inc.3754 Central Avenue SouthSt. Petersburg, FL 33711(727) 432-2148Med-Life Institute3501 NE 3rd AvenuePompano Beach, FL 33064(954) 943-8667www.medlifeinstitute.comMed-Life Institute2950 Winkler Avenue, Unit 1201Fort Myers, FL 33901(239) 603-6632www.medlifeinstitute.comMedvance Institute1630-1640 South Congress AvenuePalm Springs, FL 33461(561) 304-3466www.medvance.eduMedvance Institute9035 Sunset Drive, Suite 200Miami, FL 33173(305) 596-5553www.medvance.orgMedvance Institute851 SE Johnson AveStuart, FL 34994-3000(772) 221-9799www.medvance.orgMedvance Institute of Ft. Lauderdale4850 W. Oakland Park Blvd., Suite 200Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33313(954) 587-7100www.medvance.orgMercy Hospital College of Nursing3663 South Miami AvenueMiami, FL 33133(305) 285-2777www.mercymiami.orgMercy Hospital School of Practical Nursing3663 South Miami AvenueMiami, FL 33133(305) 285-2777www.mercymiami.org/nursing156

Miami Ad School955 Alton Rd.Miami Beach, FL 33139(305) 538-3193www.Miamiadschool.comMiami Institute of Medical Technology, Inc.7483 S.W. 24th St., Suite 301Miami, FL 33155-1459(305) 269-9964www.miamiinstitute.comMiami International University of Art andDesign1501 Biscayne Blvd. Suite 100Miami, FL 33132-1418(305) 428-5700www.aimiu.artinstitutes.eduMillennia Atlantic University10395 NW 41st Street, Suite 100Doral, FL 33178(786) 331-1000www.mau-university.netMountain State University - Orlando151 South Wymore Road, Suite 200Altamonte Springs, FL 32714(407) 774-6200www.mountainstate.eduNational Aviation Academy6225 Ulmerton RoadClearwater, FL 33760(727) 531-2080www.naa.eduNational Louis University - Florida RegionalCenter4950 West Kennedy Blvd, Suite 300Tampa, FL 33609-1831(800) 366-6581www.nl.edu/campuses/floridaNational Professions, Inc.401 West Lantana Road, Suite 10Lantana, FL 33462(561) 585-1400www.nationalprofessions.comNational University of Health Sciences9200 113th St. N., SeminoleSt. Petersburg, FL 33733(630) 889-6604www.nuhs.edu/Net Training Institute, Inc.4465 Edgewater Drive, Suite EOrlando, FL 32804(407) 236-9400www.netinstitute.orgNew Horizons Computer Learning Center ofGainesville3832 Newberry Road, Suite 2AGainesville, FL 32607(352) 378-8007www.nhgainesville.comNorth Florida Institute560 Wells RoadOrange Park, FL 32073-2999(904) 269-7086www.northfloridainstitute.eduNorthwood University2600 N. Military TrailWest Palm Beach, FL 33409(561) 478-5500www.northwood.eduNorthwood University9720 Princess Palm Ave. #122Tampa, FL 33619(813) 664-1711www.northwood.eduOrlando Culinary Academy - Orlando8511 Commodity CircleOrlando, FL 32819(407) 888-4000www.orlandoculinary.comOrlando University11325 Lake Underhill Road, Suite 102Orlando, FL 32825(407) 275-0466www.OrlandoU.usPalmer College of Chiropractic Florida4777 City Center ParkwayPort Orange, FL 32129-4153(866) 890-5498www.palmer.edu/PCCFPolytechnic University of Puerto Rico, Inc.8180 NW 36 Street, Suite 401Miami, FL 33166(305) 418-4220www.pupr.edu/miamiPolytechnic University of Puerto Rico, Inc.4800 Howell Branch RoadWinter Park, FL 32792(407) 677-5661www.polytec.pupr.eduProfessional Culinary Institute, Orlando, LLC1315 South Orange AvenueOrlando, FL 32806(888) 724-5327www.pcichef.comProfessional Golfers Career College, Inc.16349 Phil Ritson WayWinter Garden, FL 34787(800) 877-4380www.golfcollege.eduProfessional Training Centers, Inc.13926 SW 47th StreetMiami, FL 33175(305) 220-4120www.ptcmatt.comRasmussen College9160 Forum Corporate Parkway, Suite 100Ft. Myers, FL 33905(239) 477-2100www.rasmussen.eduRasmussen College2221 SW 19th Avenue RoadOcala, FL 34471(352) 629-1941www.rasmussen.eduRasmussen College2127 Grand BoulevardHoliday, FL 34690(727) 942-0069www.rasmussen.eduReformed Theological Seminary of Florida,Inc.1231 Reformation DriveOviedo, FL 32765(407) 366-9493www.rts.eduRemington College500 International Parkway, Suite 200Heathrow, FL 32746(407) 562-5585www.remingtoncollege.eduRemington College - Largo Campus8550 Ulmerton Road, Unit 100Largo, FL 33771(727) 532-1999www.remingtoncollege.eduRemington College - Tampa Campus6302 East Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.Boulevard, Suite 400Tampa, FL 33619(813) 935-5700www.remingtoncollege.eduRemington College of Nursing660 Century Point, Suite 1050Lake Mary, FL 32746(800) 294-4434www.remingtonnursing.com157

Ross University School of Medicine7000 SW 62nd Av. Suite 520South Miami, FL 33143(305) 667-5455www.rossu.eduSaba University School of Medicine7590 Manasota Key RoadEnglewood, FL 34223(978) 630-5122www.saba.eduSanford-Brown Institute5701 E. Hillsborough Ave., Suite 1417Tampa, FL 33610(813) 621-0072www.sbtampa.comSanford-Brown Institute10255 Fortune Parkway, Unit 501Jacksonville, FL 32256(904) 363-6221www.sbjacksonville.comSanford-Brown Institute1201 W. Cypress Creek RoadFt. Lauderdale, FL 33309(954) 308-7400www.sbftlauderdale.comSchiller International University300 East Bay DriveLargo, FL 33770(727) 736-5082www.schiller.eduSiegal CollegeCenter for the Advancement of JewishEducation 4200 Biscayne BoulevardMiami, FL 33137(305) 576-4030www.siegalcollege.eduSiegal College3267 North Military TrailWest Palm Beach, FL 33409(561) 640-0700www.siegalcollege.eduSigma Institute of Health Careers, Inc.2800 W. Oakland Park Blvd., Suite #204Oakland Park, FL 33311(954) 485-0215www.sigmainstituteofhealthcareers.comSouth Florida Bible College & TheologicalSeminary747 South Federal HighwayDeerfield Beach, FL 33441(954) 426-8652www.sfbc.eduSouth University - Tampa Campus4401 North Himes Avenue, Suite 175Tampa, FL 33614(813) 393-3800www.southuniversity.eduSouth University - West Palm Beach Campus1760 N. Congress AvenueWest Palm Beach, FL 33409(561) 697-9200www.southuniversity.eduSouthern Illinois University - Eglin AFB502 W. D Avenue, Room 108Eglin AFB, FL 32542(850) 678-8533www.siu.edu/~militarySouthern Illinois University - Hurlburt Field221 Lukasik Avenue, Building 90220Hurlburt Field, FL 32544-5416(850) 581-9840www.siu.edu/~militarySouthern Illinois University - Jacksonvillec/o Kris Garrick, NAS Jacksonville Bldg.110,Box 114Jacksonville, FL 32212(904) 778-3130http://www.siuc.edu/~military/Southern Illinois University - Mayport NS3604 Mayport Rd., Bldg 460Mayport, FL 32238-0041(904) 246-4549www.siu.edu/~militarySouthern Illinois University - Pensacola NAS250 Chambers Ave., Bldg. 634, Suite 13Pensacola, FL 32508-5265(850) 458-6263www.siu.edu/~militarySouthern Illinois University - Pensacola NH250 Chambers Avenue, Bldg. 634, Ste. 13Pensacola, FL 32508(850) 455-2449www.siu.edu/~militarySouthern Illinois University - Tyndall AFB921 Beacon Beach Road,Bldg. 1230, Room 49Tyndall AFB, FL 32403(850) 286-1217www.siu.edu/~militarySouthern Technical College298 Havendale BoulevardAuburndale, FL 33823(863) 551-1112www.southerntech.eduSouthern Technical College1485 Florida Mall AvenueOrlando, FL 32809(407) 438-6000www.southerntech.eduSouthern Technical College, Mt. Dora2799 W. Old Highway 441Mount Dora, FL 32757(407) 438-6000www.southerntech.eduSouthern Technical College, Sanford2910 Orlando DriveSanford, FL 32773(407) 438-6000www.southerntech.eduSouthwest Florida College1685 Medical LaneFt. Myers, FL 33907(239) 939-4766www.swfc.eduSouthwest Florida College3910 Riga BoulevardTampa, FL 33619(813) 630-4401www.swfc.eduSouthwest Florida College950 Tamiami Trail, Units 109 and 110Port Charlotte, FL 33953(941) 391-8888www.swfc.eduSpringfield College, Inc.225 West Busch Blvd.Tampa, FL 33612-7945(813) 936-2800www.spfldcol.edu/shsSt. George's University School of MedicineMiami Children's Hospital3100 SW 62nd StreetMiami, FL 33155(800) 899-6337www.sgu.eduSt. John Vianney College Seminary2900 SW 87 AveMiami, FL 33165-3244(305) 223-4561www.sjvcs.eduSt. Matthew's University School of Medicine12124 High Tech Avenue, Suite 350Orlando, FL 32817(800) 498-9700www.stmatthews.edu158

St. Petersburg Theological Seminary, Inc.10830 Navajo DriveSt. Petersburg, FL 33708(727) 399-0276www.sptseminary.eduStenomax Institute3563 Philips Highway, Building E, Suite 501Jacksonville, FL 32207(800) 273-5090www.stenomax.comStrayer University2200 North Alafaya Trail, Suite 500Orlando, FL 32826(407) 926-2000www.strayer.eduStrayer University4902 Eisenhower Boulevard, Suite 100Tampa, FL 33634-6310(813) 882-0100www.strayer.eduStrayer University15620 S.W. 29th StreetMiramar, FL 33027www.strayer.eduStrayer University6302 E. Martin Luther King Blvd, Suite 450Tampa, FL 33619(813) 663-0100www.strayer.eduStrayer University5830 Coral Ridge Drive, Suite 300Coral Springs, FL 33076(954) 369-0700www.strayer.eduStrayer University850 Trafalgar Court, Suite 360Maitland, FL 32751(407) 618-5900www.strayer.eduStrayer University8541 South Park CircleOrlando, FL 32819(407) 264-9400www.strayer.eduStrayer University11025 RCA Center Drive, Suite 200Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410(561) 904-3000www.strayer.eduStrayer University8375 Dix Ellis Trail, Suite 200Jacksonville, FL 32256(904) 538-1000www.strayer.eduStrayer University2307 W. Broward Blvd, Suite 100Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312(954) 745-6960www.strayer.eduTaylor College5190 SE 125 StreetBelleview, FL 34420(352) 245-4119www.taylorcollege.eduTeacher Education University1079 West Morse Blvd, Suite BWinter Park, FL 32789(407) 629-4877www.teu.eduTechnical Career Institute, Inc.Mall of the Americas7757 W. Flagler Street, Suite 230Miami, FL 33144(305) 261-5511www.TechnicalCareerInstitute.comThe Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale, Inc.1799 Southeast 17th StreetFt. Lauderdale, FL 33316(954) 463-3000www.aifl.eduThe Art Institute of Jacksonville8775 Baypine RoadJacksonville, FL 32256-8528(904) 732-9393www.aii.edu/jacksonvilleThe Art Institute of Tampa, Inc.Tampa Bay Business Park4401 N Himes Ave, Suite 150Tampa, FL 33614(813) 873-2112www.aii.edu/tampaThe Baptist College of Florida124 West Ashley StreetJacksonville, FL 32202(386) 546-6645www.baptistcollege.eduThe Baptist College of Florida1836 Olive RoadPensacola, FL 32514(850) 475-1128www.baptistcollege.eduThe Baptist College of Florida3000 South John Young Pkwy.Orlando, FL 32805(407) 425-2555www.baptistcollege.edu159The Baptist College of Florida5400 College DriveGraceville, FL 32440-1831(850) 263-3261www.baptistcollege.eduThe Institute of Interior Design at SouthwestFlorida College10800 Corkscrew Road, Suite 280Estero, FL 33928(239) 274-5860www.swfc.eduThe National University of Quality SystemsManagementCenturion Tower1601 Forum Place, Suite 602West Palm Beach, FL 33401(800) 838-2580www.ngs.eduThe Open University2040 Whitfield AvenueSarasota, FL 34243(941) 752-2949www.rfdn.orgThe Stenotype Institute of Jacksonville, Inc.3563 Phillips Hwy, Bldg E, Suite 501Jacksonville, FL 32207(904) 398-4141www.stenotypeinstitute.netThe Stenotype Institute of Jacksonville, Inc.,Orlando1636 West Oak Ridge RoadOrlando, FL 32809(407) 816-5573www.stenotypeinstitute.netThomas University2626 Capital Medical BlvdTallahassee, FL 32308(229) 226-1621www.thomasu.eduThunderbird School of Global Management3625 NW 82nd Avenue, Suite 205Miami, FL 33166(305) 592-8306www.thunderbird.edu/globalmbaTouro College South1703 Washington AvenueMiami Beach, FL 33139-7541(305) 535-1066www.touro.edu/tcsouthTrinity Baptist College800 Hammond Blvd.Jacksonville, FL 32221-1398(904) 596-2400www.tbc.edu

Trinity College of Florida2430 Welbilt Blvd.New Port Richey, FL 34655(727) 376-6911www.trinitycollege.eduTrinity International University Corporation8190 West State Road 84Davie, FL 33324(954) 382-6400www.tiu.edu/sfcTroy UniversityUniversity Center, 3094 Indian CircleMarianna, FL 32446(850) 718-2352http://fwr.troy.edu/Troy UniversityD Avenue, Bldg. 251, Rm. 125,P.O. Box 1955Eglin AFB, FL 32542(850) 678-1865http://fwr.troy.edu/Troy University5201 W Kennedy Blvd, Suite 110Tampa, FL 33609(813) 835-6220http://fwr.troy.edu/Troy UniversityP.O. Box 9250Hurlburt Field, FL 32544(850) 581-3130http://fwr.troy.edu/Troy University4525 Vineland Road, Suite 204Orlando, FL 32811(407) 219-5980http://fwr.troy.edu/Troy University81 Beal Parkway S.E.Ft. Walton Beach, FL 32548(850) 301-2104http://fwr.troy.edu/Troy University527 Airport RoadPanama City, FL 32405(850) 747-0634http://fwr.troy.edu/Troy University650 South Pearl StreetCrestview, FL 32539(850) 301-2100http://fwr.troy.edu/Troy UniversityNAS Whiting Field, Bldg 1417, Room 166,7540 USS Enterprise StreetMilton, FL 32570(850) 981-0333http://fwr.troy.edu/Troy University2683 St. John's Bluff Rd South, Suite 123Jacksonville, FL 32246(904) 641-1005http://fwr.troy.edu/Troy University21 N. New Warrington RoadPensacola, FL 32506(850) 455-5836http://fwr.troy.edu/Ultimate Medical Academy9309 N. Florida Ave.Tampa, FL 33612(813) 386-6350www.studymedical.comUltrasound Medical Institute, Inc.1177 Hypoluxo Road, Suite 201Lantana, FL 33462(561) 585-4625www.sonogramcenter.comUNAD Florida1820 North Corporate Lakes Boulevard,Office 203Weston, FL 33326(954) 389-2277www.unad.usUnilatina, UL School of Business4801 South University Drive, Suite 114Davie, FL 33328(954) 607-4344www.unilatina.eduUnion Institute & University16853 NE 2nd Avenue, Suite 102North Miami Beach, FL 33162-1746(305) 653-6713www.myunion.eduUNITECH College of Technology1442 Biscayne BoulevardMiami, FL 33132(305) 377-8817www.unitechmiami.comUniversal Beauty School, Inc.10720 W Flagler Street, Suite 21Sweetwater, FL 33174(305) 485-7700www.universalbeautyschool.comUniversidad Del Este5601 S Semoran Blvd, Suite 55Orlando, FL 32822(407) 207-3363www.suagm.edu/orlando/Universidad Del Este3520 Enterprise WayMiramar, FL 33025(954) 885-5583www.suagm.eduUniversidad Del Turabo5601 S Semoran Blvd, Suite 55Orlando, FL 32822(888) 747-8362www.suagm.edu/orlando/Universidad Del Turabo3520 Enterprise WayMiramar, FL 33025(888) 378-8342www.suagm.eduUniversidad FLET14540 SW 136th St, Suite 108Miami, FL 33186(305) 378-8700www.flet.eduUniversidad Metropolitana3520 Enterprise WayMiramar, FL 33025(954) 885-5583www.suagm.eduUniversidad Metropolitana5601 S. Semoran Blvd., Suite 55Orlando, FL 32822(407) 207-3363www.suagm.edu160

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CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION CENTERS OPERATED BY SCHOOL DISTRICTSOVERVIEW OF MISSIONInstitutions that offer postsecondary career and technical education, which include community colleges and technical centers,provide job preparatory and continuing workforce education training to high school graduates, adults who have leftschool before graduation, and adults returning for additional postsecondary training for occupational retention orenhancement. Programs are directly related to employment and are suited to the needs, interests, and abilities ofstudents.Career and Technical Education postsecondary centers offer programs in sixteen Career Clusters.Agriculture, Food, and Natural ResourcesArchitecture & ConstructionArts, A/V Technology & CommunicationBusiness, Management & AdministrationEducation & TrainingFinanceGovernment & Public AdministrationHealth ScienceHospitality & TourismHuman ServicesInformation TechnologyLaw, Public Safety & SecurityManufacturingMarketing, Sales & ServiceScience, Technology, Engineering & Math (STEM)Transportation, Distribution & LogisticsAdditional CTE Programs/Courses are available in Diversified Education and programs for students with special needs. Adetailed list of programs by institution can be seen at http://www.fldoe.org/workforce/dwdframe/xls/coematrix.xls.Additional programs and services support career goals of students and economic development needs of business,industry, and the community.ProgramsCareer and Technical Education postsecondary centers offer the following types of programs and activities:Occupational proficiency courses: An occupational proficiency course includes instruction in a specificoccupation or cluster of closely related occupations in order to develop skills needed for employment. Suchcourses are provided if students are preparing to enter an occupation or a registered apprenticeship program, orfor those who are already employed but want to update or learn new knowledge and skills in order to achievejob stability or advancement.Remedial education courses: A remedial education course consists of instruction to correct any educationdeficiencies.Career and Technical Student Organizations (CTSOs): When provided, CTSOs are an integral part of the careerand technical education programs. The activities of CTSOs are part of the curriculum.Apprenticeship: Career and Technical Education postsecondary centers cooperate with local apprenticeshipcommittees and provide pre-apprenticeship programs and apprenticeship-related instruction.Adult General Education Development (GED): Career and Technical Education postsecondary centers mayprovide a GED program to support the career goals of a student, including basic literacy instruction andelementary and secondary level courses. English for Speakers of Other Languages and Vocational English forSpeakers of Other Languages courses are also offered.162

Career and Technical Education Dual EnrollmentHigh school students may attend a Career and Technical Education center or a community college as a dual-enrolledstudent to obtain career and technical education instruction not available at their high school. This credit will also counttoward postsecondary education after high school graduation.Current law allows for any course in the Statewide Course Numbering System, with the exception of remedial coursesand Physical Education skills courses, to be offered as dual enrollment.Specific information for each of the community college programs can be found in the community college section of thisHandbook.Note: Students seeking to meet the requirements a Gold Seal Vocational Scholarship through dual enrollment mustcarefully choose dual enrollment courses that meet the requirements for 3 sequential credits in one career educationprogram.Articulation with High SchoolsTechnical centers and community colleges allow for articulation of high school programs with postsecondary programs.Both public and private high school students may attend a community college or technical center to receive career andtechnical education instruction that is not available at their individual high schools. Specific information for each of thecommunity college programs can be found in the community college section of this Handbook.2009-2010 CAREER AND TECHNICAL CENTER CONTACT INFORMATIONFlorida Technical Centers and Career Training SitesCOE Status: 1 = Accredited 2 = Candidate 0 = None *Council on Occupational Education (COE) - a national accrediting agencyCOUNTY COE INST NAME Street Address/PhoneAlachua 1 Learey Technical Center Gainesville Electrical JATC2420 NE 17th TerraceGainesville, FLBay 1 Tom P. Haney Technical Centerwww.bayschools.com/htcBradford 1 Bradford-Union Vocational Technical Centerwww.bradfordvotech.com3016 Highway 77Panama City, FL 32405850-858-2345609 N. Orange StreetStarke, FL 32091904-966-67641 Bradford-Union Vocational Technical Center PAIS: Lawtey Correctional Institution7819 N.W. 228th StreetLawtey, FLBroward 1 Atlantic Technical Centerwww.atlantictechcenter.com1 Sheridan Technical Centerwww.sheridantechnical.com1 William T. McFatter Technical Centerwww.mcfattertech.com4700 Coconut Creek PkwyCoconut Creek, FL 33063754-321-51005400 Sheridan StreetHollywood, FL 33021754-321-54006500 Nova DriveDavie, FL 33317754-321-57001 William T. McFatter Technical Center Broward Fire Academy2600 S.W. 71 TerraceDavie, FL163

Florida Technical Centers and Career Training SitesCOE Status: 1 = Accredited 2 = Candidate 0 = None *Council on Occupational Education (COE) - a national accrediting agencyCOUNTY COE INST NAME Street Address/PhoneCharlotte 1 Charlotte Technical Centerwww.yourscharlotteschools.comCitrus 1 Withlacoochee Technical Institutewww.wtionline.ccCollier 1 Immokalee Technical Centerwww.itech.edu1 Lorenzo Walker Institute of Technologywww.lwit.eduDade 2 D.A. Dorsey Educational Centerhttp://dadorsey.dadeschools.net/1 The English Centerwww.tecmiami.com1 George T. Baker Aviation Schoolhttp://bakeraviation.dadeschools.net1 Lindsey Hopkins Technical Education Centerhttp://lindsey.dadeschools.net1 Miami Lakes Educational Centerhttp://mlec.dadeschools.net18150 Murdock CirclePort Charlotte, FL 33948941-255-75001201 West Main StreetInverness, FL 34450352-726-2430508 North 9th StreetImmokalee, FL 34142239-377-99043702 Estey AvenueNaples, FL 34104239-377-09037100 N.W. 17th AvenueMiami, FL 33147305-693-24903501 S.W. 28th StreetMiami, FL 33133305-445-77313275 N.W. 42nd StreetMiami, FL 33142305-871-3143750 N.W. 20th StreetMiami, FL 33127305-324-60705780 N.W. 158th StreetMiami Lakes, FL 33014305-557-11001 Miami Lakes Educational Center Florida Power and Light Company5110 N.W. 159th StreetMiami, FL1 Robert Morgan Educational Centerhttp://rmec.dadeschools.net18180 S.W. 122nd AvenueMiami, FL 33177305-253-99201 Robert Morgan Educational Center 3350 Enterprise AvenueFt. Lauderdale, FLDeSoto 0 DeSoto Family Education Centerwww.desotoschools.com/fsc310 W. Whidden StreetArcadia, FL 34266863-993-1333Duval 1 Learey Technical Center Academy of Electrical Technology4951 Richard StreetJacksonville, FL1 Learey Technical Center North Florida Carpenters and Millwrights4000 Union Hall PlaceJacksonville, FL1 Learey Technical Center Jacksonville Plumbers and Pipe Fitters JATT489 Stevens StreetJacksonville, FL164

Florida Technical Centers and Career Training SitesCOE Status: 1 = Accredited 2 = Candidate 0 = None *Council on Occupational Education (COE) - a national accrediting agencyCOUNTY COE INST NAME Street Address/Phone1 Learey Technical Center Sheet Metal Workers Local 4356536 Trade Center DriveJacksonville, FLEscambia 1 George Stone Area Vocational-Technical Centerwww.GeorgeStoneCenter.com1652400 Longleaf DrivePensacola, FL 32526850-941-62001 George Stone Area Vocational-Technical Center Escambia County Road Prison601 Highway 297ACantonment, FL1 George Stone Area Vocational-Technical Center Escambia County Sheriff's Office1200 W. Leonard StreetPensacola, FLFlagler 2 Flagler Technical Centerwww.fcti.org1 Corporate Drive, Suite 2-JPalm Coast, FL 32137386-447-43452 Flagler Technical Center Adult Literacy Center3930 East Highway 100Palm Coast2 Flagler Technical Center Business and Industry Training Center600 Roberts RoadFlagler Beach, FL2 Flagler Technical Center Fire Fighter Training Facility3889 Tiger Bay RoadDaytona Beach, FL2 Flagler Technical Center Flagler Palm Coast High School3265 East Highway 100Palm Coast, FLGadsden 0 Career, Technical and Adult Educationwww.gti.gcps.k12.fl.us/Hillsborough 0 Aparicio-Levy Adult Technical Centerhttp://altc.mysdhc.org/1 D.G. Erwin Technical Centerwww.erwin.edu1 Henry W. Brewster Technical Centerwww.brewstertech.org1 Learey Technical Centerwww.learey.org201 Martin Luther King, Jr. BoulevardQuincy, FL 32351850-875-832410119 East Ellicott StreetTampa, FL 33610813-740-48842010 East Hillsborough AvenueTampa, FL 33610813-231-18002222 North Tampa StreetTampa, FL 33602813-276-54485410 North 20th StreetTampa, FL 33610813-231-18501 Learey Technical Center Tampa Bay Technical High School6410 Orient RoadTampa, FL1 Learey Technical Center University Area Community Center1 Learey Technical Center Asbestos Workers JAC7930 U.S. Highway 301, NorthTampa, FL

Florida Technical Centers and Career Training SitesCOE Status: 1 = Accredited 2 = Candidate 0 = None *Council on Occupational Education (COE) - a national accrediting agencyCOUNTY COE INST NAME Street Address/Phone1 Learey Technical Center Carpenters JATC7930 US Highway 301, NorthTampa, FL1 Learey Technical Center Electrical JATC5625 Harney RoadTampa1 Learey Technical Center Ironworkers JAC10201 US Highway 92, EastTampa, FL1 Learey Technical Center Millwrights JAC9711 East Hillsborough AvenueTampa, FL1 Learey Technical Center Sheet Metal JAC5619 North 50th StreetTampa, FL1 Learey Technical Center Tampa Fire Rescue Training Facility116 South 34th StreetTampa, FL1 Learey Technical Center Trowel Trades JAC4502 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.Tampa, FLIndian River 2 Adult and Community Educationwww.indian-river.k12.fl.us/School District of Indian River County1426 19th StreetVero Beach, FL 32960772-564-49952 Adult and Community Education Alternative Education/Adult Education Center4680 28th CourtVero Beach, FLLake 1 Lake Technical Centerwww.laketech.org2001 Kurt StreetEustis, FL 32726352-357-86861 Lake Technical Center Kenneth Bragg Public Safety Complex1565 Lane Park Cut-OffTavares, FLLee 1 Lee County High Tech Center Centralwww.hightechcentral.org1 Lee County High Tech Center Northwww.hightechnorth.comLeon 1 Lively Technical Centerwww.livelytech.com3800 Michigan AvenueFt. Myers, FL33916239-334-4544360 Santa Barbara Boulevard, NorthCape Coral, FL 33993239-574-4440500 North Appleyard DriveTallahassee, FL 32304850-487-75551 Lively Aviation Center 3290 Capitol Circle, S.W.Tallahassee, FLManatee 1 Manatee Technical Institutewww.manateetechnicalinstitute.org5603 34th Street, WestBradenton, FL 34210941-751-7900166

Florida Technical Centers and Career Training SitesCOE Status: 1 = Accredited 2 = Candidate 0 = None *Council on Occupational Education (COE) - a national accrediting agencyCOUNTY COE INST NAME Street Address/Phone1 Manatee Technical Institute East Campus5480 Lakewood Ranch Blvd.Bradenton, FLMarion 1 Community Technical and Adult Educationwww.mcctae.com1014 S.W. 7th RoadOcala, FL 34471352-671-72001 Community Technical and Adult Education Florida State Fire College11655 N.W. Gainesville RoadOcala, FLMonroe 0 Adult Education, Adult and Community Educationhttp://adulted.monroe.k12.fl.usOkaloosa 1 Okaloosa Applied Technology Centerwww.okaloosa.k12.fl.us/oatcKey West High School2100 Flagler Avenue, Bldg. 4, Room 108Key West, FL 33040305-293-1549 Ext. 544211976 Lewis Turner BoulevardFt. Walton Beach, FL 32547850-833-35001 Okaloosa Applied Technology Center Crestview Vocational-Technical School1250 North Ferdon BoulevardCrestview, FL1 Okaloosa Applied Technology Center Laurel Hill School8078 4th StreetLaural Hill, FLOrange 1 Orange Technical Education Center –Mid Florida Tech1 Orange Technical Education Center –Mid Florida Techwww.mft.ocps.net1 Orange Technical Education Center –Mid Florida Tech1 Orange Technical Education Center –Mid Florida Tech1 Orange Technical Education Center –Mid Florida Tech1 Orange Technical Education Center –Mid Florida Tech1 Orange Technical Education Center –Orlando Tech1 Orange Technical Education Center –Orlando Techwww.orlandotech.ocps.net1 Orange Technical Education Center - Westside Techwww.westside.ocps.net2738 North Forsyth RoadWinter Park, FL2900 West Oak Ridge RoadOrlando, FL 32809407-855-58802153 West Oak Ridge RoadOrlando, FL200 East Landstreet RoadOrlando, FL2447 Orlando Central PkwyOrlando, FL4510 North Orange Blossom TrailOrlando, FL2800 East Vista BoulevardLake Buena Vista, FL301 West Amelia StreetOrlando, FL 32801407-246-7060955 East Story RoadWinter Garden, FL 34787407-905-20011 Orange Technical Education Center - Westside Tech 112 Baywood AvenueLongwood, FLOrange 1 Orange Technical Education Center –Winter Park Techwww.wpt.ocps.net901 Webster AvenueWinter Park, FL 32789407-622-2900167

Florida Technical Centers and Career Training SitesCOE Status: 1 = Accredited 2 = Candidate 0 = None *Council on Occupational Education (COE) - a national accrediting agencyCOUNTY COE INST NAME Street Address/Phone1 Orange Technical Education Center –Winter Park TechOsceola 1 Technical Education Center of Osceolawww.teco.osceola.k12.fl.usPasco 1 Marchman Technical Education Centerhttp://mtec.pasco.k12.fl.usPinellas 1 Pinellas Technical Education Center - ClearwaterCampuswww.ptec.pinellas.k12.fl.usPinellas 1 Pinellas Technical Education Center - St. PetersburgCampuswww.ptec.pinellas.k12.fl.usPolk 1 Ridge Career Centerwww.polk-fl.net/ridge1 Traviss Career Centerwww.traviss.eduSt Johns 1 First Coast Technical Collegewww.fcti.orgTimber Creek High School/Avalon Center2201 Crown Hill BoulevardOrlando, FL501 Simpson RoadKissimmee, FL 34744407-344-50807825 Campus DriveNew Port Richey, FL 34653727-774-17006100 154th Avenue, NorthClearwater, FL 33760727-538-7176901 34th Street, SouthSt. Petersburg, FL 33711727-893-25007700 State Road, 544Winter Haven, FL 33881863-419-30603225 Winter Lake RoadLakeland, FL 33803863-499-27002980 Collins AvenueSt. Augustine, FL 32084904-829-10101 First Coast Technical College Barge Port Campus102 Port RoadPalatka, FL1 First Coast Technical College Putnam County Campus146 Comfort RoadPalatka, FLSanta Rosa 1 Radford M. Locklin Technical Centerwww.santarosa.k12.fl.us/schools/ltcSarasota 1 Sarasota County Technical Institutewww.sarasotatech.org5330 Berryhill RoadMilton, FL 32570850-983-57004748 Beneva RoadSarasota, FL 34233941-927-90001 Sarasota County Technical Institute McIntosh Ag Barn701 S. McIntosh RoadSarasota, FL1 Sarasota County Technical Institute Fire Science Academy794 Circus BoulevardSarasota, FL1 Sarasota County Technical Institute South Campus1130 Indian Hill BoulevardVenice, FLSumter 0 Secondary Education/Vocationswww.scc-fl.edu/adulted/2680 West County Road 476Bushnell, FL 33513352-793-2315 Ext. 213168

Florida Technical Centers and Career Training SitesCOE Status: 1 = Accredited 2 = Candidate 0 = None *Council on Occupational Education (COE) - a national accrediting agencyCOUNTY COE INST NAME Street Address/PhoneSuwannee 1 Suwannee-Hamilton Technical Centerwww.suwannee.k12.fl.us/shtc/Taylor 1 Taylor Technical Institutewww.taylortech.orgWakulla 0 Adult and Community Educationhttp://wakulla.fl.schoolwebpages.com415 Pinewood Drive, S.W.Live Oak, FL 32064386-364-27503233 Highway 19, SouthPerry, FL 32348850-838-2545164 Yellow Jacket AvenueSopchoppy, FL 32358850-962-2151Walton 1 Walton Career Development Center 761 North 20th StreetDeFuniak Springs, FL 32433850-892-1240Washington 1 Washington-Holmes Technical Centerwww.whtc.us757 Hoyt StreetChipley, FL 32428850-638-1180INDEPENDENT TECHNICAL AND VOCATIONAL SCHOOLSThe independent technical and vocational schools that are under the jurisdiction of the Commission for IndependentEducation (Commission) are a diverse group of postsecondary educational institutions. Some have unique programs notoffered at Florida’s public technical schools. These independent postsecondary schools are licensed by the state andmany schools are accredited by recognized accrediting agencies.There were a total of 557 institutions offering only non-degree programs under the jurisdiction of the Commission forIndependent Education during the 2008-2009 fiscal year. The reported enrollment for these non-degree programs was76,795. There were 48,861 reported graduates from these programs and, of this number, 40,772 or 83% were placed injobs, joined the military, or are continuing their education at an institution of higher learning. Currently, 141 (25%) ofthe Commission’s licensed institutions that offer only diplomas are accredited by one or more regional or nationalaccrediting agenciesBe aware that there is no guarantee that students will be able to transfer credits to another institution. The acceptanceof students or graduates is up to the receiving institution. Students and counselors should determine, prior toenrollment, whether or not a particular institution is likely to meet the students’ educational goals. If a student isconsidering a transfer in the future, it is important to ask the institution to which the student might transfer to verify thecredits that will be accepted from their previous school. Remember that a personal visit to the school is always a goodidea.A complete listing of nonpublic postsecondary vocational and technical schools is available at the CIE’s website(www.fldoe.org/cie/index.htm). You may also call the Commission at (850) 245-3200. If you have any complaints aboutthese independent postsecondary institutions, call the Consumer Protection Hotline at 1-888-224-6684.169